Exclusive: SmartLess Media, the company set up by Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Sean Hayes following the success of their eponymous podcast, is launching its latest show with D’Arcy Carden.
The Good Place star is to front WikiHole. The series will feature a panel of comedians who fall down a Wikipedia rabbit hole of bizarre and intriguing connections by guessing how famous events, locations and people are connected.
It is the latest show for the company, which has series from the likes of Jameela Jamil and Rex Chapman.
Each episode of WikiHole will see the comedians guessing how famous events and random celebrities are linked; what’s the population of Rio de Janeiro have to do with how many beers Andre the Giant can crush in one sitting? That’s for the panel to figure out.
SmartLess Media will produce with Radio Point, the podcast venture of I Think You...
The Good Place star is to front WikiHole. The series will feature a panel of comedians who fall down a Wikipedia rabbit hole of bizarre and intriguing connections by guessing how famous events, locations and people are connected.
It is the latest show for the company, which has series from the likes of Jameela Jamil and Rex Chapman.
Each episode of WikiHole will see the comedians guessing how famous events and random celebrities are linked; what’s the population of Rio de Janeiro have to do with how many beers Andre the Giant can crush in one sitting? That’s for the panel to figure out.
SmartLess Media will produce with Radio Point, the podcast venture of I Think You...
- 1/24/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
This Monday at 2:00 Pm on PBS, “Rosie’s Rules” Season 1 Episode 36, titled “Rosie’s Christmas in Mexico,” invites young viewers into a heartwarming holiday adventure. The spirited Rosie is bursting with excitement as she prepares to celebrate Christmas with her abuela in the vibrant city of Mexico City. However, in the midst of the festive preparations, Rosie realizes she forgot to bring her present.
The episode unfolds with a mix of festive cheer and relatable moments as Rosie navigates the joyful chaos of a Mexican Christmas. As she grapples with the oversight of her forgotten gift, viewers can expect endearing lessons about the true spirit of the season and the importance of sharing moments with loved ones. Join Rosie in this special Christmas episode that promises to blend cultural festivities with valuable life lessons, creating a heartening experience for young audiences.
Release Date & Time: 2:00 Pm Monday 11 December 2023 on PBS...
The episode unfolds with a mix of festive cheer and relatable moments as Rosie navigates the joyful chaos of a Mexican Christmas. As she grapples with the oversight of her forgotten gift, viewers can expect endearing lessons about the true spirit of the season and the importance of sharing moments with loved ones. Join Rosie in this special Christmas episode that promises to blend cultural festivities with valuable life lessons, creating a heartening experience for young audiences.
Release Date & Time: 2:00 Pm Monday 11 December 2023 on PBS...
- 12/4/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at 2:00 Pm on PBS, “Rosie’s Rules” airs Season 1 Episode 35, titled “Catch That Watermelon; Dino Cave.” In this upcoming episode, Rosie and Javi take on the task of transporting a watermelon to the park for a family picnic, introducing a lighthearted and relatable scenario for viewers. The simplicity of the premise aligns with the show’s focus on everyday adventures and problem-solving.
Additionally, Rosie engages in another creative endeavor as she constructs a dino cave for Iggy, showcasing the character’s imaginative and resourceful nature. The episode promises to blend practical problem-solving with imaginative play, providing a wholesome and entertaining experience for its audience.
Release Date & Time: 2:00 Pm Wednesday 22 November 2023 on PBS
Rosie’s Rules Catch That Watermelon; Dino Cave Cast – Season 1 Episode 35 Main Cast Rosie Fuentes (voiced by Ellora López (speaking)
Gatita (voiced by Denise Oliver)
Crystal Fuentes (voiced by Gabby Clarke)
Iggy Fuentes (voiced...
Additionally, Rosie engages in another creative endeavor as she constructs a dino cave for Iggy, showcasing the character’s imaginative and resourceful nature. The episode promises to blend practical problem-solving with imaginative play, providing a wholesome and entertaining experience for its audience.
Release Date & Time: 2:00 Pm Wednesday 22 November 2023 on PBS
Rosie’s Rules Catch That Watermelon; Dino Cave Cast – Season 1 Episode 35 Main Cast Rosie Fuentes (voiced by Ellora López (speaking)
Gatita (voiced by Denise Oliver)
Crystal Fuentes (voiced by Gabby Clarke)
Iggy Fuentes (voiced...
- 11/15/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
In the upcoming episode of “Rosie’s Rules,” Season 1 Episode 34, airing at 2:00 Pm on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, on PBS, Rosie takes on the role of a reporter, attempting to identify newsworthy events. However, she encounters challenges in her quest to find stories of significance. The episode unfolds as Rosie grapples with the task of identifying noteworthy content for her reporting endeavors.
Additionally, Rosie and Jun embark on a whimsical belief that there is a jalapeno giant on the loose. This imaginative storyline adds a playful element to the episode, showcasing the characters’ creative exploration of their surroundings.
“Rosie’s Rules” maintains its commitment to entertaining and educating young audiences, blending humor and creativity in its storytelling. Tune in to PBS at 2:00 Pm to follow Rosie’s adventures as she navigates the world of reporting and embarks on a fanciful quest involving the elusive jalapeno giant in this latest installment of “Rosie’s Rules.
Additionally, Rosie and Jun embark on a whimsical belief that there is a jalapeno giant on the loose. This imaginative storyline adds a playful element to the episode, showcasing the characters’ creative exploration of their surroundings.
“Rosie’s Rules” maintains its commitment to entertaining and educating young audiences, blending humor and creativity in its storytelling. Tune in to PBS at 2:00 Pm to follow Rosie’s adventures as she navigates the world of reporting and embarks on a fanciful quest involving the elusive jalapeno giant in this latest installment of “Rosie’s Rules.
- 11/15/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Monday, November 20, 2023, at 2:00 Pm on PBS, “Rosie’s Rules” presents Season 1 Episode 33, titled “Donating Day; Gatita the Volunteer Cat.” In this episode, Rosie unintentionally parts with her doll Lele during Donating Day, leading to a series of events that captivate young viewers. Additionally, Rosie and Gatita engage in volunteer work during Seniors Day at the Nature Center, offering a unique perspective on the importance of community service.
The episode promises a blend of adventure and valuable life lessons for children, as they follow Rosie’s experiences in a straightforward and relatable manner. Tune in to PBS for an episode that combines entertainment with positive values, making it an engaging watch for kids and families alike.
Release Date & Time: 2:00 Pm Monday 20 November 2023 on PBS
Rosie’s Rules Donating Day; Gatita the Volunteer Cat Cast – Season 1 Episode 33 Main Cast Rosie Fuentes (voiced by Ellora López (speaking)
Gatita (voiced by Denise Oliver...
The episode promises a blend of adventure and valuable life lessons for children, as they follow Rosie’s experiences in a straightforward and relatable manner. Tune in to PBS for an episode that combines entertainment with positive values, making it an engaging watch for kids and families alike.
Release Date & Time: 2:00 Pm Monday 20 November 2023 on PBS
Rosie’s Rules Donating Day; Gatita the Volunteer Cat Cast – Season 1 Episode 33 Main Cast Rosie Fuentes (voiced by Ellora López (speaking)
Gatita (voiced by Denise Oliver...
- 11/13/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Monday, October 23, 2023, at 2:00 Pm, PBS will air Season 1, Episode 32 of “Rosie’s Rules.” In this episode, Rosie will take part in two exciting adventures.
First, for the Day of the Dead celebration, Rosie has been given the important task of looking after the Catrina doll. However, there’s a mystery afoot as the Catrina doll keeps disappearing. Rosie will need to solve this puzzling disappearance.
Next, Rosie will join in the celebration of Lunar New Year with the Lius. This is a special and festive occasion that involves the Lucky Dragon Dance, a tradition filled with vibrant colors and joyful moments.
“Rosie’s Rules” is a children’s program that offers educational and engaging content, perfect for kids of all ages.
If you want your child to enjoy two intriguing adventures and learn about different cultural celebrations, make sure to tune in to “Rosie’s Rules” on the specified date and time.
First, for the Day of the Dead celebration, Rosie has been given the important task of looking after the Catrina doll. However, there’s a mystery afoot as the Catrina doll keeps disappearing. Rosie will need to solve this puzzling disappearance.
Next, Rosie will join in the celebration of Lunar New Year with the Lius. This is a special and festive occasion that involves the Lucky Dragon Dance, a tradition filled with vibrant colors and joyful moments.
“Rosie’s Rules” is a children’s program that offers educational and engaging content, perfect for kids of all ages.
If you want your child to enjoy two intriguing adventures and learn about different cultural celebrations, make sure to tune in to “Rosie’s Rules” on the specified date and time.
- 10/17/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
In the upcoming episode of “Rosie’s Rules” titled “Rosie’s Switcheroo; Rosie’s Family Tree,” set to air at 2:00 Pm on Friday, September 29, 2023, on PBS, Rosie and Papa will be swapping roles for the day. However, things turn out to be more challenging than they expected. The episode will showcase how Rosie and Papa navigate this switcheroo and the amusing situations that arise.
Additionally, Rosie will be working on creating a family tree for Valentine’s Day. Viewers will get to see Rosie’s efforts as she tries to piece together her family’s history in a fun and educational adventure.
Tune in to “Rosie’s Rules” to join Rosie and Papa on their role-reversal journey and witness Rosie’s creative endeavor to make a family tree. It promises to be an entertaining and informative episode for both kids and adults alike.
Release Date & Time: 2:00 Pm Friday 29 September 2023 on...
Additionally, Rosie will be working on creating a family tree for Valentine’s Day. Viewers will get to see Rosie’s efforts as she tries to piece together her family’s history in a fun and educational adventure.
Tune in to “Rosie’s Rules” to join Rosie and Papa on their role-reversal journey and witness Rosie’s creative endeavor to make a family tree. It promises to be an entertaining and informative episode for both kids and adults alike.
Release Date & Time: 2:00 Pm Friday 29 September 2023 on...
- 9/24/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 2:00 Pm, PBS will air Season 1, Episode 30 of “Rosie’s Rules” titled “Purple Sweet Potato Buns; Tia’s Big Break.” In this episode, young Rosie, her brother Jun, and Grandpa Liu head to the Asian Market to purchase more sweet potato buns, a tasty treat that they enjoy.
Later in the episode, Rosie and her friend Javi play an important role as they help their Aunt Tia overcome her stage fright. Tia is set to appear on a television cooking show, and Rosie and Javi offer their support to ensure she feels confident on TV.
“Rosie’s Rules” is a children’s show that follows the adventures and life lessons of Rosie, her family, and friends. It explores themes of teamwork, family, and problem-solving in a relatable and kid-friendly way.
Tune in to PBS on the specified date and time to watch “Purple Sweet Potato Buns; Tia’s...
Later in the episode, Rosie and her friend Javi play an important role as they help their Aunt Tia overcome her stage fright. Tia is set to appear on a television cooking show, and Rosie and Javi offer their support to ensure she feels confident on TV.
“Rosie’s Rules” is a children’s show that follows the adventures and life lessons of Rosie, her family, and friends. It explores themes of teamwork, family, and problem-solving in a relatable and kid-friendly way.
Tune in to PBS on the specified date and time to watch “Purple Sweet Potato Buns; Tia’s...
- 9/23/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
This Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at 2:00 Pm on PBS, get ready for a new episode of “Rosie’s Rules,” Season 1 Episode 29. In this episode, Rosie creates a dance party island in her backyard, but a flag she puts up leads to some confusion.
Viewers will see Rosie’s creative side as she transforms her backyard into a dance party destination. However, things take an unexpected turn due to a flag that Rosie raises.
Additionally, Rosie decides to become the mascot for Javi’s soccer team. This decision adds a twist to the episode as Rosie takes on the role of a team mascot.
Join Rosie on her adventures as she navigates these unique situations. “Rosie’s Rules” is a show that teaches kids about solving problems and making decisions, all while having fun. It’s a great way for young viewers to learn valuable life lessons.
Don’t miss the excitement on Wednesday...
Viewers will see Rosie’s creative side as she transforms her backyard into a dance party destination. However, things take an unexpected turn due to a flag that Rosie raises.
Additionally, Rosie decides to become the mascot for Javi’s soccer team. This decision adds a twist to the episode as Rosie takes on the role of a team mascot.
Join Rosie on her adventures as she navigates these unique situations. “Rosie’s Rules” is a show that teaches kids about solving problems and making decisions, all while having fun. It’s a great way for young viewers to learn valuable life lessons.
Don’t miss the excitement on Wednesday...
- 9/22/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Netflix’s Alaskan survival series Outlast lives on for at least another season. Netflix has renewed the competition series for a second season.
From Jason Bateman’s Aggregate Films and Nomad Entertainment, Outlast is a raw survival competition series where 16 lone wolves must outlast each other in the Alaskan wilderness in an attempt to win 1 million dollars. There is only one rule in this cut throat game: they must be a part of a team to win.
Season one debuted at #6 on Netflix’s weekly Global Top 10 TV (English) list and reached the Top 10 TV in 27 countries.
Outlast marks the first unscripted series from Ozark star Bateman, who has a long-running, first-look deal with Netflix.
The series is executive produced by Aggregate Film’s Bateman, Michael Costigan and Emma Ho, Nomad Entertainment’s Grant Kahler and showrunner Mike Odair.
From Jason Bateman’s Aggregate Films and Nomad Entertainment, Outlast is a raw survival competition series where 16 lone wolves must outlast each other in the Alaskan wilderness in an attempt to win 1 million dollars. There is only one rule in this cut throat game: they must be a part of a team to win.
Season one debuted at #6 on Netflix’s weekly Global Top 10 TV (English) list and reached the Top 10 TV in 27 countries.
Outlast marks the first unscripted series from Ozark star Bateman, who has a long-running, first-look deal with Netflix.
The series is executive produced by Aggregate Film’s Bateman, Michael Costigan and Emma Ho, Nomad Entertainment’s Grant Kahler and showrunner Mike Odair.
- 5/15/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix fans might be wondering what Jason Bateman has to do with the streaming service’s latest survival show, Outlast. Though Bateman is a talented actor, he stepped behind the scenes for the Netflix series. The Ozark star promises plenty of twists and turns in the new series.
[Spoiler alert: This article contains spoilers from Outlast Season 1 Episodes 1-5.]
Jason Bateman | Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images What are the rules of the Netflix show ‘Outcast?’
Outlast throws 16 individuals together in a battle for survival in the Alaskan wilderness. The only hard and fast rule is that the contestants must team up and remain in a team to win. With a cash prize of $1 million on the line, the stakes are high.
Contestants are able to leave the game by firing a flare gun. They can also be removed from the show if deemed medically necessary. Producers occasionally send down valuable resources from helicopters, as well as notes with information or upcoming challenges.
[Spoiler alert: This article contains spoilers from Outlast Season 1 Episodes 1-5.]
Jason Bateman | Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images What are the rules of the Netflix show ‘Outcast?’
Outlast throws 16 individuals together in a battle for survival in the Alaskan wilderness. The only hard and fast rule is that the contestants must team up and remain in a team to win. With a cash prize of $1 million on the line, the stakes are high.
Contestants are able to leave the game by firing a flare gun. They can also be removed from the show if deemed medically necessary. Producers occasionally send down valuable resources from helicopters, as well as notes with information or upcoming challenges.
- 3/18/2023
- by Erica Scassellati
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
However cold you might feel this winter, rest assured it could be worse. How much worse? For the 16 “lone wolf” contestants signed up for the extreme survivalist competition series Outlast, it gets dropped-into-the-Alaska-wilderness cold. On Netflix’s latest competition series, these hearty challengers seek to outlast one another through weeks in the wild, hoping for a million-dollar prize. There is, however, one twist. (Credit: Courtesy of Netflix) “Their only rule,” says executive producer Emma Ho, “is they have to be a part of a team if they want to win.” And that team doesn’t need to be the one they started with. Cue the backstabbing and sabotage. “It very quickly turns into Lord of the Flies/Hunger Games,” says Ho. With varying levels of experience and few supplies available in one of the harshest environments on the planet, players need to find food in the snowy terrain, while occasionally being pelted with freezing rain.
- 3/4/2023
- TV Insider
Exclusive: Netflix is heading to the Alaskan wilderness in its latest competition series.
The streamer has ordered Outlast, an eight-part series, that comes from Jason Bateman’s Aggregate Films and Nomad Entertainment.
It marks the first unscripted series from Ozark star Bateman, which has a long-running, first-look deal with the streamer.
Outlast, which will launch in 2023, follows 16 “lone wolves”, who must outlast each other in the Alaskan wilderness in an attempt to win 1 million dollars. There is only one rule in this cut throat game: they must be a part of a team to win.
The eight-part series is one of Netflix’s most ambitious unscripted competition series to date.
Bateman and Aggregate Films are behind a number of Netflix series and films in addition to Ozark. Bateman is directing FBI thriller feature Dark Wire and is attached to star alongside Jude Law series Black Rabbit, which is in development.
The streamer has ordered Outlast, an eight-part series, that comes from Jason Bateman’s Aggregate Films and Nomad Entertainment.
It marks the first unscripted series from Ozark star Bateman, which has a long-running, first-look deal with the streamer.
Outlast, which will launch in 2023, follows 16 “lone wolves”, who must outlast each other in the Alaskan wilderness in an attempt to win 1 million dollars. There is only one rule in this cut throat game: they must be a part of a team to win.
The eight-part series is one of Netflix’s most ambitious unscripted competition series to date.
Bateman and Aggregate Films are behind a number of Netflix series and films in addition to Ozark. Bateman is directing FBI thriller feature Dark Wire and is attached to star alongside Jude Law series Black Rabbit, which is in development.
- 12/15/2022
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
According to reports, the New York City-based live-action TV series "Grendel", based on the Comico, Dark Horse comic book title by Matt Wagner, following a young man who becomes a feared and glorified 'anti-hero' killer, has been canceled at Netflix despite shooting an entire first season of 8 episodes:
"...'Hunter Rose', a killer and crimelord, goes to New York City to avenge the death of a lost love, goes to war with the underworld and realizes, why beat 'em when you can join 'em..."
Cast included Abubakr Ali in the title role, with Kevin Corrigan as 'Barry Palumbo', Julian Black Antelope as 'Argent', Emma Ho as 'Stacy Palumbo' and Andy Mientus as 'Larry Stohler'.
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"...'Hunter Rose', a killer and crimelord, goes to New York City to avenge the death of a lost love, goes to war with the underworld and realizes, why beat 'em when you can join 'em..."
Cast included Abubakr Ali in the title role, with Kevin Corrigan as 'Barry Palumbo', Julian Black Antelope as 'Argent', Emma Ho as 'Stacy Palumbo' and Andy Mientus as 'Larry Stohler'.
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- 10/2/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Abubakr Ali, the titular star of the recently canceled Netflix series Grendel, is speaking out about the show’s cancellation and what it means for Muslim representation on the screen.
In Grendel, Ali became the first Arab Muslim male actor to portray a series lead in a comic book adaptation. Earlier this week, Netflix revealed it would not be moving forward with the series. The decision was made after Grendel had done the bulk of its filming but the series was not finished, so there is currently a partial eight-episode season in the can. Producers have the option to shop the series.
In a post on Instagram, Ali noted that “Despite making up 24 percent of the world’s population, Muslim actors only make up 1 of speaking characters on TV.”
“I was really excited for what this role meant to my community,” he continued. “I never thought this business would allow...
In Grendel, Ali became the first Arab Muslim male actor to portray a series lead in a comic book adaptation. Earlier this week, Netflix revealed it would not be moving forward with the series. The decision was made after Grendel had done the bulk of its filming but the series was not finished, so there is currently a partial eight-episode season in the can. Producers have the option to shop the series.
In a post on Instagram, Ali noted that “Despite making up 24 percent of the world’s population, Muslim actors only make up 1 of speaking characters on TV.”
“I was really excited for what this role meant to my community,” he continued. “I never thought this business would allow...
- 9/29/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix’s decision to scrap its Grendel comic book adaptation after all eight episodes were shot is not sitting well with one of the show’s stars.
“Hundreds of talented, tireless, wonderful people shot not just a pilot, not just a few episodes, but an entire season that now might go unseen,” Flash alum Andy Mientus (aka Grendel’s Larry Stohler) lamented Wednesday on Instagram. “I’m used to shows closing or getting cancelled, but only after they at least get to meet the world, their fate decided (mostly) by their audience. What’s happened here is a new one for me,...
“Hundreds of talented, tireless, wonderful people shot not just a pilot, not just a few episodes, but an entire season that now might go unseen,” Flash alum Andy Mientus (aka Grendel’s Larry Stohler) lamented Wednesday on Instagram. “I’m used to shows closing or getting cancelled, but only after they at least get to meet the world, their fate decided (mostly) by their audience. What’s happened here is a new one for me,...
- 9/28/2022
- by Michael Ausiello
- TVLine.com
Netflix has grounded its adaptation of the Dark Horse Comic book Grendel.
Deadline revealed the news Tuesday, stating that the show had been in production and that plenty of scenes had been filmed.
Based on Matt Wagner's groundbreaking comic book series, Grendel follows Hunter Rose, a gifted fencer, writer and assassin as, seeking to avenge the death of a lost love, he goes to war with New York's criminal underworld, only to realize...why beat them, when you can join them?
That was the logline shared when the series got a formal pickup a year ago.
Deadline notes that producers plan to shop the series around, but there's no telling what paved the way for the cancellation.
The cast of the project was to include Abubakr Ali as the titular “Grendel”/“Hunter Rose.”
The cast also included Jaime Ray Newman as Jocasta Rose, and Julian Black Antelope as Argent,...
Deadline revealed the news Tuesday, stating that the show had been in production and that plenty of scenes had been filmed.
Based on Matt Wagner's groundbreaking comic book series, Grendel follows Hunter Rose, a gifted fencer, writer and assassin as, seeking to avenge the death of a lost love, he goes to war with New York's criminal underworld, only to realize...why beat them, when you can join them?
That was the logline shared when the series got a formal pickup a year ago.
Deadline notes that producers plan to shop the series around, but there's no telling what paved the way for the cancellation.
The cast of the project was to include Abubakr Ali as the titular “Grendel”/“Hunter Rose.”
The cast also included Jaime Ray Newman as Jocasta Rose, and Julian Black Antelope as Argent,...
- 9/27/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
“Grendel” is no longer happening at Netflix, Variety has confirmed.
Based on Matt Wagner’s popular comic books, the series (which had an eight episode order) follows Hunter Rose, a fencer, writer and assassin who fights organized crime in New York to avenge the death of a lost love, until he ends up taking over the crime scene himself. It was originally picked up at Netflix in September 2021.
Producers now have the option to auction the project elsewhere. No further information has been released.
Abubakr Ali is set to play the show’s titular role. Ali is known for playing Sebastian ‘Bash’ Kamal-Stern in “Power Book II: Ghost.” His other credits include playing Raj Patel in “Katy Keene” and a leading role in “What If?,” the upcoming feature from Orion Pictures and Killer Films directed by Billy Porter.
Also among the cast is Jaime Ray Newman as Jocasta Rose, Julian Black Antelope as Argent,...
Based on Matt Wagner’s popular comic books, the series (which had an eight episode order) follows Hunter Rose, a fencer, writer and assassin who fights organized crime in New York to avenge the death of a lost love, until he ends up taking over the crime scene himself. It was originally picked up at Netflix in September 2021.
Producers now have the option to auction the project elsewhere. No further information has been released.
Abubakr Ali is set to play the show’s titular role. Ali is known for playing Sebastian ‘Bash’ Kamal-Stern in “Power Book II: Ghost.” His other credits include playing Raj Patel in “Katy Keene” and a leading role in “What If?,” the upcoming feature from Orion Pictures and Killer Films directed by Billy Porter.
Also among the cast is Jaime Ray Newman as Jocasta Rose, Julian Black Antelope as Argent,...
- 9/27/2022
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
Fans looking forward to Netflix’s Grendel series will be disappointed to learn that the adaptation of the Dark Horse Entertainment property is not moving forward. The Grendel series, led by Abubakr Ali, initially received an eight-episode order as a part of Netflix’s first look deal with the publisher. Thankfully, Grendel could have the chance to be sold to another platform. If another outlet picks up the show, Ali will be the first Arab Muslim male actor to portray a series lead in a comic book adaptation.
Resident Evil and Supernatural alum Andrew Dabb wrote the Grendel series in addition to serving as showrunner and executive producer. According to Deadline, Grendel follows Hunter Rose (Ali), a gifted fencer, writer, and assassin, seeking to avenge the death of a lost love. He goes to war with New York’s criminal underworld, only to realize…why beat them, when you can join them?...
Resident Evil and Supernatural alum Andrew Dabb wrote the Grendel series in addition to serving as showrunner and executive producer. According to Deadline, Grendel follows Hunter Rose (Ali), a gifted fencer, writer, and assassin, seeking to avenge the death of a lost love. He goes to war with New York’s criminal underworld, only to realize…why beat them, when you can join them?...
- 9/27/2022
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Netflix has nixed its Grendel comic book adaptation, one year after granting it an eight-episode series order.
Hailing from Supernatural co-showrunner Andrew Dabb and starring Abubakr Ali (Katy Keene) as the masked vigilante from the award-winning Matt Wagner/Dark Horse comic books, the series was to follow Hunter Rose, a gifted fencer, writer and assassin who, in seeking to avenge the death of a lost love, goes to war with New York’s criminal underworld. Except then he realizes, “Why beat them, when you can join them?”
More from TVLineGrendel Star Expresses 'Shock' in Wake of Cancellation at Netflix: 'An...
Hailing from Supernatural co-showrunner Andrew Dabb and starring Abubakr Ali (Katy Keene) as the masked vigilante from the award-winning Matt Wagner/Dark Horse comic books, the series was to follow Hunter Rose, a gifted fencer, writer and assassin who, in seeking to avenge the death of a lost love, goes to war with New York’s criminal underworld. Except then he realizes, “Why beat them, when you can join them?”
More from TVLineGrendel Star Expresses 'Shock' in Wake of Cancellation at Netflix: 'An...
- 9/27/2022
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Netflix will not be going forward with Grendel, a series based on the masked vigilante from Matt Wagner’s popular, award-winning Dark Horse comic book series, which had an eight-episode order. Abubakr Ali stars in the titular role, the first Arab Muslim male actor to portray a series lead in a comic book adaptation. The series, written and executive produced by Resident Evil and Supernatural alum Andrew Dabb, comes out of Netflix’s first look deal with Dark Horse Entertainment.
The producers now have the option to shop the series elsewhere.
Also previously cast in the series were Jaime Ray Newman, Julian Black Antelope, Madeline Zima, Kevin Corrigan, Emma Ho, Erik Palladino, Brittany Allen and Andy Mientus. The decision was made after Grendel had done the bulk of its filming but the series was not finished, so there is currently a partial eight-episode season in the can.
Grendel, which has Dabb also serve as showrunner,...
The producers now have the option to shop the series elsewhere.
Also previously cast in the series were Jaime Ray Newman, Julian Black Antelope, Madeline Zima, Kevin Corrigan, Emma Ho, Erik Palladino, Brittany Allen and Andy Mientus. The decision was made after Grendel had done the bulk of its filming but the series was not finished, so there is currently a partial eight-episode season in the can.
Grendel, which has Dabb also serve as showrunner,...
- 9/27/2022
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Gia Coppola is making her first foray into documentary with a focus on boy bands and the girls, women, and queer people who love them.
The “Palo Alto” filmmaker is directing and producing “superfans: screaming. crying. throwing up.,” which is now in production from Xtr and Jason Bateman and Michael Costigan’s Aggregate in association with Coppola’s Detour, the companies announced on Monday.
As the film’s title suggests, “superfans” focuses on the most devoted fans of bands like New Edition, New Kids on the Block, Backstreet Boys, *Nsync, One Direction, and BTS, who helped turn musical acts into multi-billion dollar franchises. It looks at fangirl experiences, movements, and markets of the ’80s, ’90s, and 2000s.
It’s based on the 2020 nonfiction book “Larger Than Life: A History of Boy Bands from NKotB to BTS,” from music and culture critic Maria Sherman.
“I’m a proud pop fangirl, so...
The “Palo Alto” filmmaker is directing and producing “superfans: screaming. crying. throwing up.,” which is now in production from Xtr and Jason Bateman and Michael Costigan’s Aggregate in association with Coppola’s Detour, the companies announced on Monday.
As the film’s title suggests, “superfans” focuses on the most devoted fans of bands like New Edition, New Kids on the Block, Backstreet Boys, *Nsync, One Direction, and BTS, who helped turn musical acts into multi-billion dollar franchises. It looks at fangirl experiences, movements, and markets of the ’80s, ’90s, and 2000s.
It’s based on the 2020 nonfiction book “Larger Than Life: A History of Boy Bands from NKotB to BTS,” from music and culture critic Maria Sherman.
“I’m a proud pop fangirl, so...
- 5/23/2022
- by Chris Lindahl
- Indiewire
Gia Coppola, the director of the indie darlings “Palo Alto” (2013) and “Mainstream” (2020), will direct a documentary film about the most extreme, diehard fans of boy bands like BTS, New Kids on the Block, One Direction, Nsync and Backstreet Boys.
Coppola will direct “superfans: screaming. crying. throwing up.” for non-fiction studio Xtr and producers Jason Bateman and Michael Costigan for their Aggregate Films, in association with Coppola’s banner Detour.
The film “superfans,” which is Coppola’s first documentary, is currently in production and is based on a book called “Larger Than Life: A History of Boy Bands from NKotB to BTS” by journalist and life-long fangirl Maria Sherman.
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The film explores the obsession and devotion of fans who turn boy bands into multi-billion dollar franchises that dominate both the airwaves and pop culture phenomena.
Coppola will direct “superfans: screaming. crying. throwing up.” for non-fiction studio Xtr and producers Jason Bateman and Michael Costigan for their Aggregate Films, in association with Coppola’s banner Detour.
The film “superfans,” which is Coppola’s first documentary, is currently in production and is based on a book called “Larger Than Life: A History of Boy Bands from NKotB to BTS” by journalist and life-long fangirl Maria Sherman.
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The film explores the obsession and devotion of fans who turn boy bands into multi-billion dollar franchises that dominate both the airwaves and pop culture phenomena.
- 5/23/2022
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Gia Coppola (Palo Alto) is in production on superfans: screaming. crying. throwing up., a documentary that she’s directing and producing for global nonfiction entertainment studio Xtr and Jason Bateman and Michael Costigan’s Aggregate Films, via her company Detour.
The film celebrating the culture-shifting influence of boy band superfans is based on Larger Than Life: A History of Boy Bands from NKotB to BTS, a book by journalist and lifelong fangirl, Maria Sherman. It dives into the fangirl experiences, movements and markets of the ’80s, ’90s and 2000s, spotlighting the devoted girls, women and queer fans who have turned boy bands — including New Edition, New Kids on the Block, Backstreet Boys, *Nsync, One Direction and BTS — into multibillion-dollar franchises that dominate both the airwaves and pop culture phenomena.
For decades, fangirls like Sherman have had their musical infatuations demonized as frivolous or feminine, and superfans will shed new...
The film celebrating the culture-shifting influence of boy band superfans is based on Larger Than Life: A History of Boy Bands from NKotB to BTS, a book by journalist and lifelong fangirl, Maria Sherman. It dives into the fangirl experiences, movements and markets of the ’80s, ’90s and 2000s, spotlighting the devoted girls, women and queer fans who have turned boy bands — including New Edition, New Kids on the Block, Backstreet Boys, *Nsync, One Direction and BTS — into multibillion-dollar franchises that dominate both the airwaves and pop culture phenomena.
For decades, fangirls like Sherman have had their musical infatuations demonized as frivolous or feminine, and superfans will shed new...
- 5/23/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix announced a series order for “Grendel,” based on Matt Wagner’s Dark Horse Entertainment comic book series of the same name. Abubakr Ali will star, among others.
“Grendel” follows Hunter Rose (Ali), a fencer, writer and assassin who fights organized crime in New York to avenge the death of a lost love, until he ends up taking over the crime scene himself.
Ali is known for playing Sebastian ‘Bash’ Kamal-Stern in “Power Book II: Ghost.” His other credits include playing Raj Patel in “Katy Keene” and a leading role in “What If?,” the upcoming feature from Orion Pictures and Killer Films directed by Billy Porter.
The cast will also include Jaime Ray Newman as Jocasta Rose, Julian Black Antelope as Argent, Madeline Zima as Liz Sparks, Kevin Corrigan as Barry Palumbo, Emma Ho as Stacy Palumbo, Erik Palladino as Teddy Ciccone, Brittany Allen (“What Keeps You Alive”) as Annabelle...
“Grendel” follows Hunter Rose (Ali), a fencer, writer and assassin who fights organized crime in New York to avenge the death of a lost love, until he ends up taking over the crime scene himself.
Ali is known for playing Sebastian ‘Bash’ Kamal-Stern in “Power Book II: Ghost.” His other credits include playing Raj Patel in “Katy Keene” and a leading role in “What If?,” the upcoming feature from Orion Pictures and Killer Films directed by Billy Porter.
The cast will also include Jaime Ray Newman as Jocasta Rose, Julian Black Antelope as Argent, Madeline Zima as Liz Sparks, Kevin Corrigan as Barry Palumbo, Emma Ho as Stacy Palumbo, Erik Palladino as Teddy Ciccone, Brittany Allen (“What Keeps You Alive”) as Annabelle...
- 9/14/2021
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix has officially picked up Grendel, an all-new series based on the masked vigilante from the popular, award-winning Matt Wagner/Dark Horse comic books.
The streamer has announced the first season will consist of 8 episodes.
"Based on Matt Wagner's groundbreaking comic book series, Grendel follows Hunter Rose, a gifted fencer, writer and assassin as, seeking to avenge the death of a lost love, he goes to war with New York's criminal underworld, only to realize...why beat them, when you can join them?" the logline reads.
The show comes from writer/showrunner/executive producer Andrew Dabb.
Other exec producers include: Dark Horse Entertainment’s Mike Richardson, Keith Goldberg, Chris Tongue, and comic creator Matt Wagner.
The series is a Netflix production and comes out of Netflix’s first-look deal with Dark Horse Entertainment.
Netflix and Dark Horse have previously collaborated on the popular series The Umbrella Academy, Jonas Åkerlund’s feature film Polar,...
The streamer has announced the first season will consist of 8 episodes.
"Based on Matt Wagner's groundbreaking comic book series, Grendel follows Hunter Rose, a gifted fencer, writer and assassin as, seeking to avenge the death of a lost love, he goes to war with New York's criminal underworld, only to realize...why beat them, when you can join them?" the logline reads.
The show comes from writer/showrunner/executive producer Andrew Dabb.
Other exec producers include: Dark Horse Entertainment’s Mike Richardson, Keith Goldberg, Chris Tongue, and comic creator Matt Wagner.
The series is a Netflix production and comes out of Netflix’s first-look deal with Dark Horse Entertainment.
Netflix and Dark Horse have previously collaborated on the popular series The Umbrella Academy, Jonas Åkerlund’s feature film Polar,...
- 9/14/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Netflix has given an eight-episode series order to an adaptation of the Dark Horse Comics series “Grendel,” the streamer announced Tuesday.
“Power Book II: Ghost” and “Katy Keene” alum Abubakr Ali has been cast as the titular masked vigilante. He plays Hunter Rose, described as “a gifted fencer, writer and assassin seeking to avenge the death of a lost love, [who] goes to war with New York’s criminal underworld, only to realize…why beat them, when you can join them?”
“Supernatural” showrunner Andrew Dabb is writer, showrunner and executive producer on the series, which stems from “Umbrella Academy” producer Dark Horse Entertainment’s first-look deal with Netflix.
In addition to Ali, the cast includes Jaime Ray Newman, Julian Black Antelope, Madeline Zima, Kevin Corrigan, Emma Ho, Erik Palladino, Brittany Allen and Andy Mientus.
“I couldn’t be more thrilled about the ‘Grendel’ saga, one of the longest-running independent comics series,...
“Power Book II: Ghost” and “Katy Keene” alum Abubakr Ali has been cast as the titular masked vigilante. He plays Hunter Rose, described as “a gifted fencer, writer and assassin seeking to avenge the death of a lost love, [who] goes to war with New York’s criminal underworld, only to realize…why beat them, when you can join them?”
“Supernatural” showrunner Andrew Dabb is writer, showrunner and executive producer on the series, which stems from “Umbrella Academy” producer Dark Horse Entertainment’s first-look deal with Netflix.
In addition to Ali, the cast includes Jaime Ray Newman, Julian Black Antelope, Madeline Zima, Kevin Corrigan, Emma Ho, Erik Palladino, Brittany Allen and Andy Mientus.
“I couldn’t be more thrilled about the ‘Grendel’ saga, one of the longest-running independent comics series,...
- 9/14/2021
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Netflix has given an eight-episode order to Grendel, a comic book adaptation from Supernatural co-showrunner Andrew Dabb and starring Abubakr Ali (Katy Keene) in the title role.
Based on the masked vigilante from the award-winning Matt Wagner/Dark Horse comic books, the series follows Hunter Rose, a gifted fencer, writer and assassin who, in seeking to avenge the death of a lost love, goes to war with New York’s criminal underworld. Except then he realizes, “Why beat them, when you can join them?”
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Based on the masked vigilante from the award-winning Matt Wagner/Dark Horse comic books, the series follows Hunter Rose, a gifted fencer, writer and assassin who, in seeking to avenge the death of a lost love, goes to war with New York’s criminal underworld. Except then he realizes, “Why beat them, when you can join them?”
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- 9/14/2021
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Exclusive: Netflix has given an eight-episode series order to Grendel, a series based on the masked vigilante from Matt Wagner’s popular, award-winning Dark Horse comic book series, with Abubakr Ali set to star in the titular role. With Ali’s casting, he becomes the first Arab Muslim male actor to portray a series lead in a comic book adaptation. The series, written and executive produced by Resident Evil and Supernatural alum Andrew Dabb, comes out of Netflix’s first look deal with Dark Horse Entertainment.
Also joining the cast are Jaime Ray Newman, Julian Black Antelope, Madeline Zima, Kevin Corrigan, Emma Ho, Erik Palladino, Brittany Allen (What Keeps You Alive)and Andy Mientus. Read more about their characters below.
Grendel, which sees Dabb also serve as showrunner, follows Hunter Rose (Ali), a gifted fencer, writer and assassin, seeking to avenge the death of a lost love. He goes to war with New York’s criminal underworld, only to realize…why beat them, when you can join them?
Wagner executive produces the series alongside Dark Horse Entertainment’s Mike Richardson, Keith Goldberg and Chris Tongue. Dark Horse Entertainment and Netflix previously collaborated on The Umbrella Academy, Jonas Åkerlund’s Polar and are currently in production on the animated series Samurai Rabbit: The Usagi Chronicles.
Wagner shared the following statement about the upcoming adaptation: “I couldn’t be more thrilled about the Grendel saga, one of the longest-running independent comics series, finally being translated into live-action for the screen. Under the sharp guidance of showrunner Andrew Dabb, our incredible creative team, sure-to-be stellar cast and Dark Horse Entertainment have teamed with Netflix to produce this provocative adaptation that will bring my characters and concepts to an all new audience and yet still provide excitement and surprises for die-hard fans. I’m especially excited to see Abubakr Ali bring the character of Grendel/Hunter Rose to life — he has the charisma, style and vital edginess that I’ve been envisioning in the role for years.”
Newman appears as Jocasta Rose.
Black Antelope will take on Argent.
Zima will play Liz Sparks.
Corrigan joins Grendel as Barry Palumbo.
Ho will play Stacy Palumbo.
Palladino takes on Teddy Ciccone.
Allen will play Annabelle Wright.
Mientus will play Larry Stohler.
Ali’s reps are APA, Authentic Talent & Literary Management and Gang, Tyre, Ramer, Brown & Passman. Newman is represented by Greene Talent and The Burstein Company. Black Antelope is repped by The Characters Talent Agency. Zima is represented by Affirmative Entertainment and Buchwald. Corrigan is repped by A3 Artists Agency. Ho is represented by Noble Caplan Abrams. Palladino’s reps are Green & Associates Talent Agency and The Coronel Group. Allen is repped by Gga and Luber Roklin. Mientus’ reps are A3 Artists Agency, Soffer/Namoff Entertainment, Hckr Agency, and attorney Peikoff Mahan.
Also joining the cast are Jaime Ray Newman, Julian Black Antelope, Madeline Zima, Kevin Corrigan, Emma Ho, Erik Palladino, Brittany Allen (What Keeps You Alive)and Andy Mientus. Read more about their characters below.
Grendel, which sees Dabb also serve as showrunner, follows Hunter Rose (Ali), a gifted fencer, writer and assassin, seeking to avenge the death of a lost love. He goes to war with New York’s criminal underworld, only to realize…why beat them, when you can join them?
Wagner executive produces the series alongside Dark Horse Entertainment’s Mike Richardson, Keith Goldberg and Chris Tongue. Dark Horse Entertainment and Netflix previously collaborated on The Umbrella Academy, Jonas Åkerlund’s Polar and are currently in production on the animated series Samurai Rabbit: The Usagi Chronicles.
Wagner shared the following statement about the upcoming adaptation: “I couldn’t be more thrilled about the Grendel saga, one of the longest-running independent comics series, finally being translated into live-action for the screen. Under the sharp guidance of showrunner Andrew Dabb, our incredible creative team, sure-to-be stellar cast and Dark Horse Entertainment have teamed with Netflix to produce this provocative adaptation that will bring my characters and concepts to an all new audience and yet still provide excitement and surprises for die-hard fans. I’m especially excited to see Abubakr Ali bring the character of Grendel/Hunter Rose to life — he has the charisma, style and vital edginess that I’ve been envisioning in the role for years.”
Newman appears as Jocasta Rose.
Black Antelope will take on Argent.
Zima will play Liz Sparks.
Corrigan joins Grendel as Barry Palumbo.
Ho will play Stacy Palumbo.
Palladino takes on Teddy Ciccone.
Allen will play Annabelle Wright.
Mientus will play Larry Stohler.
Ali’s reps are APA, Authentic Talent & Literary Management and Gang, Tyre, Ramer, Brown & Passman. Newman is represented by Greene Talent and The Burstein Company. Black Antelope is repped by The Characters Talent Agency. Zima is represented by Affirmative Entertainment and Buchwald. Corrigan is repped by A3 Artists Agency. Ho is represented by Noble Caplan Abrams. Palladino’s reps are Green & Associates Talent Agency and The Coronel Group. Allen is repped by Gga and Luber Roklin. Mientus’ reps are A3 Artists Agency, Soffer/Namoff Entertainment, Hckr Agency, and attorney Peikoff Mahan.
- 9/14/2021
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
Producers William G. Santor, CEO of Productivity Media, and Nicholas Tabarrok, President of Darius Films have lined up a stellar cast featuring Ron Perlman (Guillermo del Toro’s Hellboy), Academy-Award nominee Harvey Keitel, Elias Koteas, Joel David Moore (James Cameron’s Avatar) and new discovery 10 year old Emma Ho, for their new action drama The Baker.
Directed by Jonathan Sobol who’s credits include The Padre starring Nick Nolte and Tim Roth, The Art of the Steal starring Kurt Russell and Matt Dillon and A Beginners Guide to Endings starring Scott Caan, J.K. Simmons and Harvey Keitel, The Baker is written by Paolo Mancini & Thomas Michael, the duo who wrote and starred in the festival favorite Hank and Mike featuring Joe Mantegna. Production is set to commence in the Cayman Islands as part of a sweeping multi-film production deal with the Islands’ Film Commission, the Cayman’s Ministry of International Trade,...
Directed by Jonathan Sobol who’s credits include The Padre starring Nick Nolte and Tim Roth, The Art of the Steal starring Kurt Russell and Matt Dillon and A Beginners Guide to Endings starring Scott Caan, J.K. Simmons and Harvey Keitel, The Baker is written by Paolo Mancini & Thomas Michael, the duo who wrote and starred in the festival favorite Hank and Mike featuring Joe Mantegna. Production is set to commence in the Cayman Islands as part of a sweeping multi-film production deal with the Islands’ Film Commission, the Cayman’s Ministry of International Trade,...
- 4/27/2021
- by Michelle Hannett
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Exclusive: Ron Perlman (Hellboy), Oscar nominee Harvey Keitel (Pulp Fiction), Elias Koteas (The Thin Red Line), Joel David Moore (Avatar) and newcomer Emma Ho (Code 8) are set to star in action-drama The Baker.
The movie will chart the story of a quiet, stoic man (played by Perlman) living a monk-like existence in self-imposed exile. When his estranged son (Moore) is killed in a drug deal gone bad and he is left to look after a granddaughter (Ho) he never knew existed, he is forced back into a life he tried to put behind him. Keitel plays his decades-long nemesis and Koteas a henchman stuck between the two.
Production has begun in the Cayman Islands on the film, which is the second in a multi-picture deal between producers William G. Santor, CEO of Productivity Media, and Nicholas Tabarrok, President of Darius Films, and the Cayman Islands Film Commission, the Cayman’s...
The movie will chart the story of a quiet, stoic man (played by Perlman) living a monk-like existence in self-imposed exile. When his estranged son (Moore) is killed in a drug deal gone bad and he is left to look after a granddaughter (Ho) he never knew existed, he is forced back into a life he tried to put behind him. Keitel plays his decades-long nemesis and Koteas a henchman stuck between the two.
Production has begun in the Cayman Islands on the film, which is the second in a multi-picture deal between producers William G. Santor, CEO of Productivity Media, and Nicholas Tabarrok, President of Darius Films, and the Cayman Islands Film Commission, the Cayman’s...
- 4/27/2021
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Jason Bateman and Michael Costigan’s Aggregate Films is beefing up its television ranks, upping Roxie Rodriguez to VP Television and bringing in Emma Ho as Director of Development for Unscripted as the company is looking to expand its business beyond scripted programming.
“It will come as no surprise to anyone who has worked with Roxie that she deserves this promotion and has become such a valuable member of our growing team,” said Bateman and Costigan. “With her excellent taste and ability to both identify and build shows around unique voices, Roxie has been instrumental in developing our television slate with several new series that we are excited to launch in 2021 and 2022.”
Rodriguez began her career in Austin, Texas where she worked in independent film, serving as Associate Producer on the films The Skeleton Twins and Rock The Kasbah. She also had a run as a programmer for the Marfa Film Festival.
“It will come as no surprise to anyone who has worked with Roxie that she deserves this promotion and has become such a valuable member of our growing team,” said Bateman and Costigan. “With her excellent taste and ability to both identify and build shows around unique voices, Roxie has been instrumental in developing our television slate with several new series that we are excited to launch in 2021 and 2022.”
Rodriguez began her career in Austin, Texas where she worked in independent film, serving as Associate Producer on the films The Skeleton Twins and Rock The Kasbah. She also had a run as a programmer for the Marfa Film Festival.
- 3/10/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
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