Move over, Xena! Deadline reports that Lucy Lawless is set to return to her other iconic role, that of Lucretia in the upcoming Spartacus: House of Ashur series.
Sadly, Lawless’ return won’t be as a series regular, but as a guest-starring role in the premiere. The report states that her appearance “will be instrumental in setting up the ‘what if’ alternate timeline.” In a statement on X, creator Steven DeKnight said, “The gods bless the House of Ashur! Thrilled to have the amazing [Lucy Lawless] dropping in to grace us with her awesome presence!“
House of Ashur is described as a “history-bending, erotic, thrilling, roller-coaster experience that builds on everything that made the original series a colossal hit. The series poses the question: what if Ashur, played by fan favorite Nick Tarabay, hadn’t died on Mount Vesuvius at the end of Spartacus: Vengeance? And what if he had been gifted...
Sadly, Lawless’ return won’t be as a series regular, but as a guest-starring role in the premiere. The report states that her appearance “will be instrumental in setting up the ‘what if’ alternate timeline.” In a statement on X, creator Steven DeKnight said, “The gods bless the House of Ashur! Thrilled to have the amazing [Lucy Lawless] dropping in to grace us with her awesome presence!“
House of Ashur is described as a “history-bending, erotic, thrilling, roller-coaster experience that builds on everything that made the original series a colossal hit. The series poses the question: what if Ashur, played by fan favorite Nick Tarabay, hadn’t died on Mount Vesuvius at the end of Spartacus: Vengeance? And what if he had been gifted...
- 7/23/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Those About to Die is an epic sword-and-sandal historical drama series created by Robert Rodat. Based on the 1958 novel of the same name by author Daniel P. Mannix, the Peacock series revolves around the lives of the gladiators and citizens of the Roman Empire in Ancient Rome, where violence, greed, and lust run rampant. Those About to Die stars Anthony Hopkins, Iwan Rheon, Sara Martins-Court, Tom Hughes, Jojo Macari, Moe Hashim, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Rupert Penry-Jones, Gabriella Pession, Dimitri Leonidas, and Emilio Sakraya. So, if you loved the epic fights, brutal violence, and historical drama in Those About to Die here are some similar shows you could watch next.
Rome (Max & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – HBO
Rome is a historical drama series created by John Milius, William J. MacDonald, and Bruno Heller. The HBO series is set in the 1st century BC during Ancient Rome’s transition from Republic to Empire,...
Rome (Max & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – HBO
Rome is a historical drama series created by John Milius, William J. MacDonald, and Bruno Heller. The HBO series is set in the 1st century BC during Ancient Rome’s transition from Republic to Empire,...
- 7/22/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Features the voices of: Jensen Ackles, Troy Baker, Jonathan Adams, David Kaye, Meg Donnelly, Geoffrey Arend, Zach Callison, Gideon Adlon, Will Friedle, Stana Katic, Darren Criss, Ato Essandoh, Kevin Conroy, Mark Hamill | Written by James Krieg | Directed by Jeff Wamester
Justice League: Crisis On Infinite Earths – Part Three, picks up from the closing moments of Part Two with a distraught Supergirl killing The Monitor, an act that somehow sends everyone into The Bleed, “an unstable dimension that exists outside The Multiverse, truly neither here nor there.”
That means it’s hidden from the Anti-Monitor, and it’s also extremely unstable. How unstable you ask? Ten minutes into the film and what’s left of Earth – 1’s downtown Metropolis is being overrun with dinosaurs. It seems the various Earth’s pasts, presents and futures are in a constant state of collision. Nazis, armed with weapons confiscated from supervillains including Scarecrow’s fear toxin,...
Justice League: Crisis On Infinite Earths – Part Three, picks up from the closing moments of Part Two with a distraught Supergirl killing The Monitor, an act that somehow sends everyone into The Bleed, “an unstable dimension that exists outside The Multiverse, truly neither here nor there.”
That means it’s hidden from the Anti-Monitor, and it’s also extremely unstable. How unstable you ask? Ten minutes into the film and what’s left of Earth – 1’s downtown Metropolis is being overrun with dinosaurs. It seems the various Earth’s pasts, presents and futures are in a constant state of collision. Nazis, armed with weapons confiscated from supervillains including Scarecrow’s fear toxin,...
- 7/18/2024
- by Jim Morazzini
- Nerdly
Production on Spartacus: House of Ashur is currently underway in New Zealand, and the rest of the main cast for the upcoming Starz series has been revealed.
The series’ main cast will include Graham McTavish (The Witcher), Tenika Davis (Jupiter’s Legacy), Jamaica Vaughan (Home and Away), Ivana Baquero (Pan’s Labyrinth), Jordi Webber (Choose Love), Claudia Black (Farscape), India Shaw-Smith (The Pines Still Whisper), and Leigh Gill (Joker). Of course, Nick Tarabay will be reprising the role of Ashur, a former gladiator who used his cunning to serve the house of Batiatus and later the Romans in the original series.
Graham McTavish plays Korris, “a former gladiator who won his freedom in the arena and is now Ashur’s Doctore, training the gladiators in Ashur’s Ludus.“ Tenika Davis plays Achillia, “a female gladiator driven to surpass her male counterparts.“ Jamaica Vaughan plays Hilara, “a young, elevated house slave, deeply in love with Ashur.
The series’ main cast will include Graham McTavish (The Witcher), Tenika Davis (Jupiter’s Legacy), Jamaica Vaughan (Home and Away), Ivana Baquero (Pan’s Labyrinth), Jordi Webber (Choose Love), Claudia Black (Farscape), India Shaw-Smith (The Pines Still Whisper), and Leigh Gill (Joker). Of course, Nick Tarabay will be reprising the role of Ashur, a former gladiator who used his cunning to serve the house of Batiatus and later the Romans in the original series.
Graham McTavish plays Korris, “a former gladiator who won his freedom in the arena and is now Ashur’s Doctore, training the gladiators in Ashur’s Ludus.“ Tenika Davis plays Achillia, “a female gladiator driven to surpass her male counterparts.“ Jamaica Vaughan plays Hilara, “a young, elevated house slave, deeply in love with Ashur.
- 7/11/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Carlos PenaVega and Alexa PenaVega will lead Great American Family’s “Love at the Kettle,” set to debut as part of the network’s Christmas lineup at the end of 2024. “Love at the Kettle” (working title), written by Horace Priester, is executive produced by Mario Lopez, Mark Roberts and the PenaVegas; it is directed by Brian Herzlinger.
The pair will play high school friends who reunite at the holidays as she returns home and enlists him to help her write a song to win back her ex.
Per the press release, “As the two reunite for the first time in a decade, they embark on a Christmas journey down memory lane, and soon realize true love may be closer than they thought. The heart of the movie centers on Jack’s role with The Salvation Army, and Bella soon finds herself inspired by his devotion and passion to a life of doing the most good.
The pair will play high school friends who reunite at the holidays as she returns home and enlists him to help her write a song to win back her ex.
Per the press release, “As the two reunite for the first time in a decade, they embark on a Christmas journey down memory lane, and soon realize true love may be closer than they thought. The heart of the movie centers on Jack’s role with The Salvation Army, and Bella soon finds herself inspired by his devotion and passion to a life of doing the most good.
- 6/11/2024
- by Emily Longeretta
- Variety Film + TV
Xbox Games Showcase is in full steam and has brought together a lot of game reveals and announcements that players have been waiting for. Fans have been speculating about a Gears of War 6 reveal at the showcase but instead, they have got a prequel.
Gears of War E-Day was announced with a trailer and is being developed by The Coalition. Gears of War is one of the main Xbox franchises that built Xbox from the ground up and the company is now going back to the popular franchise with Gears of War E-Day to save the brand.
Gears of War E-Day Is Announced With an Explosive Trailer
Gears of War E-Day is set fourteen years before the events of the original game and will take players back to Emergence Day. The game follows the story of the first Locust emergence on Sera.
Suggested“Mid game”: PlayStation Fanboys Turn on...
Gears of War E-Day was announced with a trailer and is being developed by The Coalition. Gears of War is one of the main Xbox franchises that built Xbox from the ground up and the company is now going back to the popular franchise with Gears of War E-Day to save the brand.
Gears of War E-Day Is Announced With an Explosive Trailer
Gears of War E-Day is set fourteen years before the events of the original game and will take players back to Emergence Day. The game follows the story of the first Locust emergence on Sera.
Suggested“Mid game”: PlayStation Fanboys Turn on...
- 6/9/2024
- by Rohit Tiwari
- FandomWire
The upcoming Xbox Games Showcase on June 9 is set to be a megaton as it’ll be the first to feature the full trinity of the brand’s own studios, Bethesda, and Activision Blizzard. Moreover, there will also be a 45-minute presentation right after the show, which many speculate is for Call of Duty Gulf War.
Several rumors have been swirling about the games that will show up in the main event, though, and it seems Gears of War fans are encouraged to tune in, as the long-awaited Gears of War 6 could make its debut here, marking five years since Gears 5 launched in 2019.
Gears of War 6 Might Be A Highlight Of The Showcase A new entry in the Gears series is long overdue, especially after 5 years since Gears 5.
A plethora of insiders have already claimed that the next mainline Gears of War game will show up in the Xbox Showcase,...
Several rumors have been swirling about the games that will show up in the main event, though, and it seems Gears of War fans are encouraged to tune in, as the long-awaited Gears of War 6 could make its debut here, marking five years since Gears 5 launched in 2019.
Gears of War 6 Might Be A Highlight Of The Showcase A new entry in the Gears series is long overdue, especially after 5 years since Gears 5.
A plethora of insiders have already claimed that the next mainline Gears of War game will show up in the Xbox Showcase,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
The news of actor Chance Perdomo's death came as a horrible shock when it was first reported several weeks ago. Perdomo was just 27 years old when he was killed in a motorcycle crash. A rising star thanks to his standout performances in "The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina" and "The Boys" spinoff "Gen V," Perdomo was reportedly returning to Toronto for the first "Gen V" season 2 table read when the accident occurred. Production was immediately put on hold to give the cast and creative team time to process the tragedy and decide how best to handle it within the show.
Now, the producers of "Gen V" have released a statement on social media confirming that Perdomo's character, Andre Anderson, will not be recast in season 2:
"As we continue to navigate the tragic loss of Chance Perdomo, everyone at 'Gen V' is determined to find the best way...
Now, the producers of "Gen V" have released a statement on social media confirming that Perdomo's character, Andre Anderson, will not be recast in season 2:
"As we continue to navigate the tragic loss of Chance Perdomo, everyone at 'Gen V' is determined to find the best way...
- 5/5/2024
- by Hannah Shaw-Williams
- Slash Film
If there was a list of the most violent games ever, Mortal Kombat and the Grand Theft Auto franchise would surely be on it. Which other games would make it to the list? When it comes to violence in video games, we have a long list.
So, it is unsurprising that one of the first things people look for in games is combat mechanics. How smooth is it? How responsive are the combat controls? These are the questions that keep getting asked in community forums. But what of the amount of violence? Can violence even be quantified?
The Most Violent Video Games Ever
After intense research, speculation, and conversations, we have settled on five games that make up our list of the most violent games ever released.
5. Dead Island Take on zombie hordes in Dead Island.
Dead Island is a zombie survival RPG that pits the players against hordes of...
So, it is unsurprising that one of the first things people look for in games is combat mechanics. How smooth is it? How responsive are the combat controls? These are the questions that keep getting asked in community forums. But what of the amount of violence? Can violence even be quantified?
The Most Violent Video Games Ever
After intense research, speculation, and conversations, we have settled on five games that make up our list of the most violent games ever released.
5. Dead Island Take on zombie hordes in Dead Island.
Dead Island is a zombie survival RPG that pits the players against hordes of...
- 5/2/2024
- by Arkaneel Khan
- FandomWire
The Xbox Summer Showcase is a box of happiness for all gaming fans. This event has always shared new game updates, announcements of new titles, DLCs and many more every year. And this year isn’t going to be an exception either.
Microsoft has already revealed the dates for this highly anticipated event. The Xbox Summer Showcase is going to be held on Sunday, June 9, at 10 a.m. Pt, 1 p.m. Et, and 6 p.m. UK. Not only that, a Call of Duty Direct will also take place after this event. This year’s Summer Showcase is going to be a treat for Gears of War fans too.
Xbox Summer Showcase Will Show More Than Gears 6 Gears of War 6 will be announced at the Xbox Summer Showcase 2024.
Recently, on the official X handle, popular industry insider Tom Warren shared the news of the Xbox Summer Showcase, followed by a Call of Duty direct.
Microsoft has already revealed the dates for this highly anticipated event. The Xbox Summer Showcase is going to be held on Sunday, June 9, at 10 a.m. Pt, 1 p.m. Et, and 6 p.m. UK. Not only that, a Call of Duty Direct will also take place after this event. This year’s Summer Showcase is going to be a treat for Gears of War fans too.
Xbox Summer Showcase Will Show More Than Gears 6 Gears of War 6 will be announced at the Xbox Summer Showcase 2024.
Recently, on the official X handle, popular industry insider Tom Warren shared the news of the Xbox Summer Showcase, followed by a Call of Duty direct.
- 5/1/2024
- by Nilendu Brahma
- FandomWire
Gears of War is one of the most successful and loved franchises that Xbox have had over the years. Fans have relished in the warfare and story-telling that the games have had since it was first introduced in 2006 and along with the various sequels to the game, the franchise has branched out into other mediums such as graphic novels, board games and an upcoming Movie adaptation.
Given that fans are still waiting for both Gears of War 6 and the movie of the popular franchise, there is understandably much speculation about what may be included. As can be expected, many fans have proposed what they would like to see and one popular actor from the Gears games has added his thoughts to the discussions about the future Gears 6 game.
What did Liam McIntyre propose for Gears of War 6?
Nearly two decades on and the franchise remains as popular as ever.
Taking to Social Media site X,...
Given that fans are still waiting for both Gears of War 6 and the movie of the popular franchise, there is understandably much speculation about what may be included. As can be expected, many fans have proposed what they would like to see and one popular actor from the Gears games has added his thoughts to the discussions about the future Gears 6 game.
What did Liam McIntyre propose for Gears of War 6?
Nearly two decades on and the franchise remains as popular as ever.
Taking to Social Media site X,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Andy MacGregor
- FandomWire
It’s been over four years since we have enjoyed a new Gears of War experience, and the cravings are starting to show in fans. Rumors are flying, theories are being concocted, and overall, the fandom is wondering when The Coalition will at least hint at a new game.
Well, fans may not have to wait much longer as evidence grows stronger that the studio is ready to show off a fresh installment in the beloved franchise. The newest hint in this direction comes from none other than the voice of Jd Fenix himself!
Gears of War Voice Actor Hints at the New Game Reveal in June
A new Gears of War could be announced very, very soon!
Actors, voice actors included, have a very sacred duty of keeping things they’re working on a secret until the creators are ready to show them to the world. Sometimes, actors are...
Well, fans may not have to wait much longer as evidence grows stronger that the studio is ready to show off a fresh installment in the beloved franchise. The newest hint in this direction comes from none other than the voice of Jd Fenix himself!
Gears of War Voice Actor Hints at the New Game Reveal in June
A new Gears of War could be announced very, very soon!
Actors, voice actors included, have a very sacred duty of keeping things they’re working on a secret until the creators are ready to show them to the world. Sometimes, actors are...
- 4/25/2024
- by Sagar Nerala
- FandomWire
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two is available on Digital Dowwnload and on 4K Uhd + Blu-Ray Limited Edition Steelbook on 29th April. To celebrate its release, we are giving one lucky winner a copy of Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two on 4K Uhd!
Based on DC’s iconic comic book limited series ‘Crisis on Infinite Earths’ by Marv Wolfman and George Pérez, join DC Super Heroes from across the multiverse in the second of three parts in DC’s new animated film Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two, which continues the trilogy that marks the beginning of the end to the Tomorrowverse story arc.
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two features returning popular voice cast members:
Jensen Ackles as Batman/Bruce Wayne, Emmy winner Darren Criss as Superman & Earth-2 Superman, Meg Donnelly as Supergirl & Harbinger, and Stana Katic as Wonder Woman & Superwoman.
Based on DC’s iconic comic book limited series ‘Crisis on Infinite Earths’ by Marv Wolfman and George Pérez, join DC Super Heroes from across the multiverse in the second of three parts in DC’s new animated film Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two, which continues the trilogy that marks the beginning of the end to the Tomorrowverse story arc.
Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two features returning popular voice cast members:
Jensen Ackles as Batman/Bruce Wayne, Emmy winner Darren Criss as Superman & Earth-2 Superman, Meg Donnelly as Supergirl & Harbinger, and Stana Katic as Wonder Woman & Superwoman.
- 4/21/2024
- by Competitions
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
A 10-episode series order has been greenlit by Titmouse for a new animated TV adaptation of “Golden Axe”, based on Sega‘s popular medieval-set video game series, starring Matthew Rhys, Danny Pudi, Lisa Gilroy, Liam McIntyre and Carl Tart, airing in 2025 on Comedy Central:
“…veteran sword ‘n sorcery warriors ‘Ax Battler’, ‘Tyris Flare’ and ‘Gilius Thunderhead’ battle to save ‘Yuria’ from the evil giant ‘Death Adder’ who just won’t seem to stay dead.
“Fortunately, this time they have the inexperienced and underprepared ‘Hampton Squib’ on their side…”
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“…veteran sword ‘n sorcery warriors ‘Ax Battler’, ‘Tyris Flare’ and ‘Gilius Thunderhead’ battle to save ‘Yuria’ from the evil giant ‘Death Adder’ who just won’t seem to stay dead.
“Fortunately, this time they have the inexperienced and underprepared ‘Hampton Squib’ on their side…”
Click the images to enlarge…...
- 4/18/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
You know video game adaptations are hot when even Golden Axe is making the leap to the screen. And indeed it is, with Deadline reporting that the Sega Genesis video game franchise that debuted back in 1989 is getting an animated series at Comedy Central.
Comedy Central has given “Golden Axe” a 10-episode order, Deadline reports today.
The voice cast for the animated series from CBS Studios in association with Sony Pictures Television and Original Film includes Matthew Rhys (The Americans), Danny Pudi (Mythic Quest), Lisa Gilroy (Jury Duty), Liam McIntyre (Spartacus) and Carl Tart (Grand Crew).
“Described as a hilarious and loving homage to Sega’s video game series, Golden Axe follows veteran warriors Ax Battler, Tyris Flare and Gilius Thunderhead as they once again battle to save Yuria from the evil giant Death Adder who just won’t seem to stay dead. Fortunately, this time they have the inexperienced...
Comedy Central has given “Golden Axe” a 10-episode order, Deadline reports today.
The voice cast for the animated series from CBS Studios in association with Sony Pictures Television and Original Film includes Matthew Rhys (The Americans), Danny Pudi (Mythic Quest), Lisa Gilroy (Jury Duty), Liam McIntyre (Spartacus) and Carl Tart (Grand Crew).
“Described as a hilarious and loving homage to Sega’s video game series, Golden Axe follows veteran warriors Ax Battler, Tyris Flare and Gilius Thunderhead as they once again battle to save Yuria from the evil giant Death Adder who just won’t seem to stay dead. Fortunately, this time they have the inexperienced...
- 4/17/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Apple TV+’s return to Acapulco this May comes with a competitive edge.
In a new trailer for Season 3 of the bilingual comedy — which you can check out above — young Máximo (Enrique Arrizon) goes to war with Memo’s (Fernando Carsa) sister Dulce, who’s not as sweet as she appears.
More from TVLineRashida Jones Is Friends With a Robot in Apple TV+'s Sci-Fi Mystery Sunny - See First Photos and Get Release DateFor All Mankind Renewed for Season 5 - Plus, Star City Spinoff Ordered at AppleTVLine Items: Emily VanCamp's New Show, Phillipa Soo Joins Ryan Murphy's...
In a new trailer for Season 3 of the bilingual comedy — which you can check out above — young Máximo (Enrique Arrizon) goes to war with Memo’s (Fernando Carsa) sister Dulce, who’s not as sweet as she appears.
More from TVLineRashida Jones Is Friends With a Robot in Apple TV+'s Sci-Fi Mystery Sunny - See First Photos and Get Release DateFor All Mankind Renewed for Season 5 - Plus, Star City Spinoff Ordered at AppleTVLine Items: Emily VanCamp's New Show, Phillipa Soo Joins Ryan Murphy's...
- 4/17/2024
- by Keisha Hatchett
- TVLine.com
Who’s hungry for meat and bread with a Magic Pot chaser? Comedy Central is lighting the pyres for a Golden Axe animated series based on the timeless Sega video game franchise! Featuring a star-studded cast, including Matthew Rhys, Danny Pudi, Lisa Gilroy, Liam McIntyre, and Carl Tart, Golden Axe is a 10-episode adaptation filled with Minotauros, Longmoans, and Chicken Legs! CBS Studios produces the series with Sony Pictures Television and Original Film.
The following description hails from the official press release for the Golden Axe animated series:
In a hilarious and loving homage to Sega’s 1989 video game series, “Golden Axe” follows veteran warriors Ax Battler, Tyris Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead as they once again battle to save Yuria from the evil giant Death Adder, who won’t seem to stay dead. Fortunately, this time, they have the inexperienced and underprepared Hampton Squib on their side.
Matthew Rhys will play Gilius Thunderhead,...
The following description hails from the official press release for the Golden Axe animated series:
In a hilarious and loving homage to Sega’s 1989 video game series, “Golden Axe” follows veteran warriors Ax Battler, Tyris Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead as they once again battle to save Yuria from the evil giant Death Adder, who won’t seem to stay dead. Fortunately, this time, they have the inexperienced and underprepared Hampton Squib on their side.
Matthew Rhys will play Gilius Thunderhead,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Sega-style swords 'n sandals are on the way to the TV screen in a new format with the reveal of an animated series based on classic arcade beat 'em up Golden Axe . According to a Variety report , Comedy Central has ordered 10 episodes with Star Trek: Lower Decks creator Mike McMahan and American Dad executive producer Joe Chandler listed as co-creators. The pair will also co-write the first episode and executive produce the series, which is being animated at Titmouse. This comes hot on the heels of the announcement that McMahan's Star Trek: Lower Decks series will be ending with season five. Some of the main cast and characters have been announced, as well. Matthew Rhys ( The Americans ) voices cantankerous battle dwarf Gilius Thunderhead, Danny Pudi ( Community ) voices novice adventurer Hampton Squib, Lisa Gilroy ( Jury Duty ) voices battle sorceress Tyris Flare, Liam McIntyre ( The Flash ) voices brawny battle warrior Ax Battler...
- 4/17/2024
- by Joseph Luster
- Crunchyroll
Comedy Central has handed a 10-episode order to Golden Axe, a new animated series based on the popular Sega video game. Produced by CBS Studios in association with Sony Pictures Television and Original Film, Golden Axe voice cast is led by Emmy winner Matthew Rhys (The Americans), Danny Pudi (Mythic Quest), Lisa Gilroy (Jury Duty), Liam McIntyre (Spartacus) and Carl Tart (Grand Crew).
Described as a hilarious and loving homage to Sega’s 1989 video game series, Golden Axe, from exec producers Mike McMahon and Joe Chandler, follows veteran warriors Ax Battler, Tyris Flare and Gilius Thunderhead as they once again battle to save Yuria from the evil giant Death Adder who just won’t seem to stay dead. Fortunately, this time they have the inexperienced and underprepared Hampton Squib on their side.
Rhys will play Gilius Thunderhead, a grumpy battle dwarf with exceptionally poor hygiene and a chip on his shoulder.
Described as a hilarious and loving homage to Sega’s 1989 video game series, Golden Axe, from exec producers Mike McMahon and Joe Chandler, follows veteran warriors Ax Battler, Tyris Flare and Gilius Thunderhead as they once again battle to save Yuria from the evil giant Death Adder who just won’t seem to stay dead. Fortunately, this time they have the inexperienced and underprepared Hampton Squib on their side.
Rhys will play Gilius Thunderhead, a grumpy battle dwarf with exceptionally poor hygiene and a chip on his shoulder.
- 4/17/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Classic arcade beat-’em-up Golden Axe is to become a 10-part animated TV series on Comedy Central.
Following the huge success of Sonic The Hedgehog and its sequels, Sega vowed to turn more of its properties into large and small-screen entertainments. Sticking to its word, along comes news that Golden Axe, the classic 1980s arcade beat-’em-up, is to become an animated series at Comedy Central.
The series will be co-created by Mike McMahan and Joe Chandler – the former being the creator of the hugely well-received Star Trek: Lower Decks.
According to Variety, which broke the story, the voice cast will include Liam McIntyre as the voice of Conan-like warrior Ax Battler, Lisa Gilroy as Tyris Flare and Matthew Rhys as the diminutive, axe-wielding Gilius Thunderhead.
Originally released in arcades in 1989, Golden Axe was a fantasy brawler that drew heavily on the likes of Tolkien and Robert E Howard. Taking...
Following the huge success of Sonic The Hedgehog and its sequels, Sega vowed to turn more of its properties into large and small-screen entertainments. Sticking to its word, along comes news that Golden Axe, the classic 1980s arcade beat-’em-up, is to become an animated series at Comedy Central.
The series will be co-created by Mike McMahan and Joe Chandler – the former being the creator of the hugely well-received Star Trek: Lower Decks.
According to Variety, which broke the story, the voice cast will include Liam McIntyre as the voice of Conan-like warrior Ax Battler, Lisa Gilroy as Tyris Flare and Matthew Rhys as the diminutive, axe-wielding Gilius Thunderhead.
Originally released in arcades in 1989, Golden Axe was a fantasy brawler that drew heavily on the likes of Tolkien and Robert E Howard. Taking...
- 4/17/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
A “Golden Axe” animated series has been greenlit at Comedy Central, Variety has learned.
Based on the beloved Sega games of the same name, the show hails from co-creators Mike McMahan and Joe Chandler. Matthew Rhys, Danny Pudi, Lisa Gilroy, Liam McIntyre, and Carl Tart will lead the voice cast.
Comedy Central has ordered 10 episodes. The official description of the series states the show “follows veteran warriors Ax Battler (McIntyre), Tyris Flare (Gilroy), and Gilius Thunderhead (Rhys) as they once again battle to save Yuria from the evil giant Death Adder who just won’t seem to stay dead. Fortunately, this time they have the inexperienced and underprepared Hampton Squib (Pudi) on their side.”
Full character descriptions can be found below.
McMahan and Chandler will co-write the first episode of the series and serve as executive producers, with Chandler also serving as showrunner. Haruki Satomi, President and CEO of Sega Sammy Holdings Inc.
Based on the beloved Sega games of the same name, the show hails from co-creators Mike McMahan and Joe Chandler. Matthew Rhys, Danny Pudi, Lisa Gilroy, Liam McIntyre, and Carl Tart will lead the voice cast.
Comedy Central has ordered 10 episodes. The official description of the series states the show “follows veteran warriors Ax Battler (McIntyre), Tyris Flare (Gilroy), and Gilius Thunderhead (Rhys) as they once again battle to save Yuria from the evil giant Death Adder who just won’t seem to stay dead. Fortunately, this time they have the inexperienced and underprepared Hampton Squib (Pudi) on their side.”
Full character descriptions can be found below.
McMahan and Chandler will co-write the first episode of the series and serve as executive producers, with Chandler also serving as showrunner. Haruki Satomi, President and CEO of Sega Sammy Holdings Inc.
- 4/17/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Last year was a standout year for animation, and 2024 is already shaping up to be another banger. While a majority of the high-profile animation releases are due out later this summer, the first quarter of 2024 has already been promising. We at /Film are constantly singing the praises of animation as a medium, and doing our best to course-correct the ignorant idea that animation is only for children. Admittedly, this list is going to look mighty small for the time being, but it will be updated throughout the year as more films become available. As we noted last year, animation is one of the only mediums where global cinema is given an equal footing to studio-produced films in America, with the artistic visuals serving as a universal language that we can all enjoy. Meaning, this list is not limited to Hollywood animation releases ... and that's a good thing. As for now,...
- 3/27/2024
- by SlashFilm Staff
- Slash Film
Available on Digital on April 23
Burbank, CA – Based on DC’s iconic comic book limited series ‘Crisis on Infinite Earths’ by Marv Wolfman and George Pérez, join DC Super Heroes from across the multiverse in the second of three parts in DC’s new animated film Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two, which continues the trilogy that marks the beginning of the end to the Tomorrowverse story arc.
Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, DC, and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, the all-new, action-packed DC animated film features some of DC’s most famous Super Heroes from multiple universes, including Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman, who come together to stop an impending threat of doom and destruction. Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two will be available to purchase on digital and on 4K Uhd in limited edition steelbook packaging and Blu-ray on April 23.
Fans of this superhero...
Burbank, CA – Based on DC’s iconic comic book limited series ‘Crisis on Infinite Earths’ by Marv Wolfman and George Pérez, join DC Super Heroes from across the multiverse in the second of three parts in DC’s new animated film Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two, which continues the trilogy that marks the beginning of the end to the Tomorrowverse story arc.
Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, DC, and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, the all-new, action-packed DC animated film features some of DC’s most famous Super Heroes from multiple universes, including Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman, who come together to stop an impending threat of doom and destruction. Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two will be available to purchase on digital and on 4K Uhd in limited edition steelbook packaging and Blu-ray on April 23.
Fans of this superhero...
- 3/7/2024
- by ComicMix Staff
- Comicmix.com
“Bring Him to Me” is a new R-rated action thriller, directed by Luke Spark, stars Barry Pepper as ‘Driver’, Jamie Costa as ‘Passenger’, Liam McIntyre as ‘Travis’, Rachel Griffiths as ‘Veronica’ and Sam Neill as ‘Frank McCarthy, available Februry 23, 2024 on digital platforms:
“…not too bright, easy-going ‘Driver’ knowingly works for a crime boss. His conscience is tested when he is asked to collect a young and unsuspecting new crew member known as ‘Passenger’mone week after a violent robbery.
“What Passenger doesn’t know is he is being driven into an ambush, forcing Driver to confront his loyalties to his boss and his own morality…”
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“…not too bright, easy-going ‘Driver’ knowingly works for a crime boss. His conscience is tested when he is asked to collect a young and unsuspecting new crew member known as ‘Passenger’mone week after a violent robbery.
“What Passenger doesn’t know is he is being driven into an ambush, forcing Driver to confront his loyalties to his boss and his own morality…”
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- 2/7/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
"I thought I made it clear: nobody steals from me and gets to live!" Roadside Attractions + Lionsgate have revealed an official trailer for an action thriller titled Bring Him To Me, an Australian production made by the Australian filmmaker Luke Sparke of Sparke Films. Set for release in the US later this month to watch on VOD at home. "When is it too late to turn back?" is the tagline. Under orders from a ruthless crime boss, a getaway driver must battle his conscience and drive an unsuspecting young crew member to an ambush. But there is a long drive ahead for them both... Bring Him To Me stars Barry Pepper, Rachel Griffiths, Jamie Costa, Sam Neill, with Liam McIntyre and Zac Garred. This has a very nice gritty look and feel, at least it isn't half bad, despite being such an eclectic mix of ideas and actors all packed into one crime film.
- 2/6/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
“Family Guy” fans, get ready for an uproarious episode as Season 21 continues with Episode 15 titled “Adoptation.” This beloved animated series never shies away from outrageous humor, and this episode is no exception. Tune in to Freeform at 9:00 Pm on Friday, February 9, 2024, for a hilarious tale of family dynamics and public image redemption.
In “Adoptation,” the spotlight is on Carter Pewterschmidt, the wealthy and often eccentric father-in-law of Peter Griffin. To salvage his public image, Carter takes an unexpected and comically misguided step—he decides to adopt a young girl from an orphanage. This impulsive decision not only raises eyebrows but also stirs up jealousy from Lois, Peter’s wife.
Viewers can expect a whirlwind of comedic situations as Carter’s unconventional attempt at image repair goes hilariously awry. The episode explores themes of family, identity, and the lengths people will go to save face.
“Adoptation” promises to deliver the...
In “Adoptation,” the spotlight is on Carter Pewterschmidt, the wealthy and often eccentric father-in-law of Peter Griffin. To salvage his public image, Carter takes an unexpected and comically misguided step—he decides to adopt a young girl from an orphanage. This impulsive decision not only raises eyebrows but also stirs up jealousy from Lois, Peter’s wife.
Viewers can expect a whirlwind of comedic situations as Carter’s unconventional attempt at image repair goes hilariously awry. The episode explores themes of family, identity, and the lengths people will go to save face.
“Adoptation” promises to deliver the...
- 2/2/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Glow alumna Sydelle Noel has signed with Stewart Talent for representation.
Noel is best known for her breakout role as stuntwoman and B-movie actress Cherry Bang on all three seasons of Netflix’s Emmy-nominated Glow. She also recurred heavily as Samanda Watson on CW’s Arrow, and has been seen on such series as The Night Shift and Extant.
On the feature side, Noel can be seen in indies, Daughter of the Wolf, opposite Gina Carano and Richard Dreyfuss, and The Clearing opposite Aundrea Smith, Liam McIntyre, and Steven Swadling. She segued into the Marvel universe as one of the Dora Milaje in Ryan Coogler’s Black Panther, and also featured in Captive and in Maritte Lee Go’s action-thriller Rise.
Noel also is repped by Ryan Tunick at Entertainment 360 and attorney Ryan LeVine at Jackoway Austen Tyerman.
Noel is best known for her breakout role as stuntwoman and B-movie actress Cherry Bang on all three seasons of Netflix’s Emmy-nominated Glow. She also recurred heavily as Samanda Watson on CW’s Arrow, and has been seen on such series as The Night Shift and Extant.
On the feature side, Noel can be seen in indies, Daughter of the Wolf, opposite Gina Carano and Richard Dreyfuss, and The Clearing opposite Aundrea Smith, Liam McIntyre, and Steven Swadling. She segued into the Marvel universe as one of the Dora Milaje in Ryan Coogler’s Black Panther, and also featured in Captive and in Maritte Lee Go’s action-thriller Rise.
Noel also is repped by Ryan Tunick at Entertainment 360 and attorney Ryan LeVine at Jackoway Austen Tyerman.
- 1/26/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Take a look at the upcoming ‘ultra-violent’ video game “Marvel's Wolverine”, directed by Brian Horton and Cameron Christian, starring actor Liam McIntyre (“Spartacus”) as the Canadian mutant superhero, with a release Tba for PlayStation 5:
‘…based on the comic book character by the same name, ‘Wolverine’ is a spin-off to Insomniac's ‘Spider-Man’ series and is set in the same universe.”
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‘…based on the comic book character by the same name, ‘Wolverine’ is a spin-off to Insomniac's ‘Spider-Man’ series and is set in the same universe.”
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- 12/19/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
‘Tis the season for holiday films. This year, Susie Abromeit is stepping into the spirit playing an interior designer tasked with a career-changing assignment — a Christmas charity ball — that requires working with a difficult, but handsome, stranger.
Designing Christmas With You is the latest project from Abromeit’s four-picture deal with Great American Family, which was announced in the fall of 2021. She produces and stars alongside Liam McIntyre.
The actress, who had a breakout role in Jessica Jones, has done a string of rom-coms for the network following appearances in King Richard and The Forever Purge. What’s different about a holiday film? Mostly, the snow.
“It was really well-made soap that looked like snow,” Abromeit notes. “The Christmas aspect is always dialed up. It’s all about the hot cocoa, the trees and the decorations, good feelings, the nostalgia.”
Ahead of the movie’s Dec. 16 release, Abromeit spoke with...
Designing Christmas With You is the latest project from Abromeit’s four-picture deal with Great American Family, which was announced in the fall of 2021. She produces and stars alongside Liam McIntyre.
The actress, who had a breakout role in Jessica Jones, has done a string of rom-coms for the network following appearances in King Richard and The Forever Purge. What’s different about a holiday film? Mostly, the snow.
“It was really well-made soap that looked like snow,” Abromeit notes. “The Christmas aspect is always dialed up. It’s all about the hot cocoa, the trees and the decorations, good feelings, the nostalgia.”
Ahead of the movie’s Dec. 16 release, Abromeit spoke with...
- 12/15/2023
- by Ashley Cullins
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Burbank, CA – Based on DC’s iconic comic book limited series ‘Crisis on Infinite Earths’ by Marv Wolfman and George Pérez, join DC Super Heroes from across the multiverse in the first of three parts of DC’s new animated film Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part One, which marks the beginning of the end to the Tomorrowverse story arc.
Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, DC and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, the all-new, action-packed DC animated film features some of DC’s most famous Super Heroes from multiple universes including Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman, who come together to stop an impending threat of doom and destruction. The film will be available to purchase exclusively on digital on January 9 and on 4K Uhd in limited edition steelbook packaging and Blu-ray on January 23.
Fans of this superhero adventure will also be able to indulge in a range of bonus features...
Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, DC and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, the all-new, action-packed DC animated film features some of DC’s most famous Super Heroes from multiple universes including Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman, who come together to stop an impending threat of doom and destruction. The film will be available to purchase exclusively on digital on January 9 and on 4K Uhd in limited edition steelbook packaging and Blu-ray on January 23.
Fans of this superhero adventure will also be able to indulge in a range of bonus features...
- 12/11/2023
- by ComicMix Staff
- Comicmix.com
Starz has just announced something that will excite fans of their classic show, Spartacus. They’re bringing us a sequel series titled Spartacus: House of Ashur. It’s a thrilling development, especially for those who’ve been waiting since the last season aired in 2013.
Nick Tarabay is set to return as Ashur, and this time, the story takes an intriguing turn. Imagine Ashur didn’t die in Spartacus: Vengeance and ended up owning the gladiator school of Batiatus. That’s the twist this series will explore, diving into a ‘what if’ scenario about Ashur aiding the Romans and stopping the slave rebellion.
This sequel comes more than a decade after the original series’ conclusion, bringing a fresh angle to the Spartacus saga. Steven S. DeKnight, who brought us the original series and later worked on Marvel’s Daredevil, returns as the showrunner. DeKnight expressed his excitement about crafting this new chapter,...
Nick Tarabay is set to return as Ashur, and this time, the story takes an intriguing turn. Imagine Ashur didn’t die in Spartacus: Vengeance and ended up owning the gladiator school of Batiatus. That’s the twist this series will explore, diving into a ‘what if’ scenario about Ashur aiding the Romans and stopping the slave rebellion.
This sequel comes more than a decade after the original series’ conclusion, bringing a fresh angle to the Spartacus saga. Steven S. DeKnight, who brought us the original series and later worked on Marvel’s Daredevil, returns as the showrunner. DeKnight expressed his excitement about crafting this new chapter,...
- 11/10/2023
- by Hrvoje Milakovic
- Fiction Horizon
Nick Tarabay to star in ‘Spartacus: House of Ashur’ (Photo Credit: Starz)
In February 2023, prior to the huge writers and actors strikes, Starz announced their plans to revisit the world of Spartacus. Now that the dust has (basically) settled on both strikes, Starz revealed the new Spartacus chapter will be called Spartacus: House of Ashur and that Nick Tarabay is reprising his role as Ashur.
Tarabay played the villainous character in Spartacus: Gods of the Arena and Spartacus: Blood and Sand.
Spartacus creator, writer, and executive producer Steven S. DeKnight returns to guide the new 10-episode season as showrunner. “To be afforded the opportunity to return a decade later to a series you loved is such a rare, wonderful opportunity,” said Steven S. DeKnight. “I could not be more excited to craft this next chapter in the Spartacus saga with Starz, Lionsgate, and the incomparable Nick Tarabay.”
Starz’s journey...
In February 2023, prior to the huge writers and actors strikes, Starz announced their plans to revisit the world of Spartacus. Now that the dust has (basically) settled on both strikes, Starz revealed the new Spartacus chapter will be called Spartacus: House of Ashur and that Nick Tarabay is reprising his role as Ashur.
Tarabay played the villainous character in Spartacus: Gods of the Arena and Spartacus: Blood and Sand.
Spartacus creator, writer, and executive producer Steven S. DeKnight returns to guide the new 10-episode season as showrunner. “To be afforded the opportunity to return a decade later to a series you loved is such a rare, wonderful opportunity,” said Steven S. DeKnight. “I could not be more excited to craft this next chapter in the Spartacus saga with Starz, Lionsgate, and the incomparable Nick Tarabay.”
Starz’s journey...
- 11/9/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Gratitude! Starz has ordered ten episodes of Spartacus: House of Ashur, a new sequel series from creator Steven S. DeKnight.
As you might tell by the title, Spartacus: House of Ashur will feature the return of Nick Tarabay as Ashur, the cunning and manipulative ex-gladiator who proved to be a thorn in the side of Spartacus. Per the official description, “[Spartacus: House of Ashur] poses the question: what if Ashur hadn’t died on Mount Vesuvius at the end of ‘Spartacus: Vengeance?’ And what if he had been gifted the gladiator school once owned by Batiatus in return for aiding the Romans in killing Spartacus and putting an end to the slave rebellion?“
“To be afforded the opportunity to return a decade later to a series you loved is such a rare, wonderful opportunity,” Steven S. DeKnight said in a statement. “I could not be more excited to craft this next chapter in the Spartacus saga with Starz,...
As you might tell by the title, Spartacus: House of Ashur will feature the return of Nick Tarabay as Ashur, the cunning and manipulative ex-gladiator who proved to be a thorn in the side of Spartacus. Per the official description, “[Spartacus: House of Ashur] poses the question: what if Ashur hadn’t died on Mount Vesuvius at the end of ‘Spartacus: Vengeance?’ And what if he had been gifted the gladiator school once owned by Batiatus in return for aiding the Romans in killing Spartacus and putting an end to the slave rebellion?“
“To be afforded the opportunity to return a decade later to a series you loved is such a rare, wonderful opportunity,” Steven S. DeKnight said in a statement. “I could not be more excited to craft this next chapter in the Spartacus saga with Starz,...
- 11/9/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Starz is bringing one of its foundational original series — along with one of its characters — back to life.
The premium cabler has given a series order to Spartacus: House of Ashur, a continuation of the franchise that last aired a new episode in 2013. The pickup comes nine months after Starz announced it was developing a revival/sequel — and a day after actors union SAG-AFTRA announced a tentative agreement with studios and streamers, ending a four-month strike.
Series creator Steven S. DeKnight will serve as showrunner, and Nick Tarabay will reprise his role of Ashur from the former series.
“A decade ago the groundbreaking original Spartacus captivated viewers worldwide and we’re excited to deliver more enthralling, high-octane drama that our fervent fans have been anticipating,” said Kathryn Busby, president original programming at Starz. “It is an honor to team up with Steven again as he expands upon the storytelling within this thrilling,...
The premium cabler has given a series order to Spartacus: House of Ashur, a continuation of the franchise that last aired a new episode in 2013. The pickup comes nine months after Starz announced it was developing a revival/sequel — and a day after actors union SAG-AFTRA announced a tentative agreement with studios and streamers, ending a four-month strike.
Series creator Steven S. DeKnight will serve as showrunner, and Nick Tarabay will reprise his role of Ashur from the former series.
“A decade ago the groundbreaking original Spartacus captivated viewers worldwide and we’re excited to deliver more enthralling, high-octane drama that our fervent fans have been anticipating,” said Kathryn Busby, president original programming at Starz. “It is an honor to team up with Steven again as he expands upon the storytelling within this thrilling,...
- 11/9/2023
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Roadside Attractions and Samuel Goldwyn Films have acquired U.S. rights to “Bring Him to Me,” a mob thriller starring Barry Pepper (“Saving Private Ryan”) and Sam Neill (“Jurassic Park”).
The film will open in select theaters and on digital on Jan. 19, 2024.
Written by Tom Evans and directed by Luke Sparke, “Bring Him to Me” centers on a mild-mannered getaway driver (Pepper). His conscious is tested when his mob boss asks him to collect a young and unsuspecting new crew member, known as Passenger (Jamie Costa), one week after a violent robbery. The driver must battle his conscience as he takes the passenger to an uncertain fate. The cast also includes Rachel Griffiths, Liam McIntyre and Zac Garred.
“My goal with ‘Bring Him to Me’ was to bring a talented team together to make a suspenseful and action-packed film that explores loyalty and moral dilemmas,” Sparke said in a statement.
The film will open in select theaters and on digital on Jan. 19, 2024.
Written by Tom Evans and directed by Luke Sparke, “Bring Him to Me” centers on a mild-mannered getaway driver (Pepper). His conscious is tested when his mob boss asks him to collect a young and unsuspecting new crew member, known as Passenger (Jamie Costa), one week after a violent robbery. The driver must battle his conscience as he takes the passenger to an uncertain fate. The cast also includes Rachel Griffiths, Liam McIntyre and Zac Garred.
“My goal with ‘Bring Him to Me’ was to bring a talented team together to make a suspenseful and action-packed film that explores loyalty and moral dilemmas,” Sparke said in a statement.
- 10/26/2023
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
Gac Family Holiday Slate Includes Movies Starring Danica McKellar, Chad Michael Murray, & Jen Lilley
As the cold nights draw nearer, one thing draws clearer:
It's almost Christmas, which means we're getting exciting Holiday-themed programming.
Great American Family on Monday unveiled the 20 original movies that will comprise its third annual Great American Christmas.
Thankfully, plenty of familiar faces help bring these movies to life.
Check out the entire slate below.
12 Games of Christmas, starring Johnny Ramey and Felisha Cooper.
In 12 Games of Christmas, a group of old friends and neighbors are transported into a Christmas-themed board game during a Christmas party.
A Christmas Blessing, starring Lori Loughlin, James Tupper, and Jesse Hutch.
A TV chef (Loughlin) is divinely inspired to take over her late aunt's charity with help from a new friend (Hutch) and handsome business associate next door (Tupper).
A Christmas Commission (wt), starring Sarah Fisher and Simon Arblaster.
Two rival realtors (Fisher and Arblaster) are forced to work together to sell one special house before Christmas.
It's almost Christmas, which means we're getting exciting Holiday-themed programming.
Great American Family on Monday unveiled the 20 original movies that will comprise its third annual Great American Christmas.
Thankfully, plenty of familiar faces help bring these movies to life.
Check out the entire slate below.
12 Games of Christmas, starring Johnny Ramey and Felisha Cooper.
In 12 Games of Christmas, a group of old friends and neighbors are transported into a Christmas-themed board game during a Christmas party.
A Christmas Blessing, starring Lori Loughlin, James Tupper, and Jesse Hutch.
A TV chef (Loughlin) is divinely inspired to take over her late aunt's charity with help from a new friend (Hutch) and handsome business associate next door (Tupper).
A Christmas Commission (wt), starring Sarah Fisher and Simon Arblaster.
Two rival realtors (Fisher and Arblaster) are forced to work together to sell one special house before Christmas.
- 9/18/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
The concluding episode of a television series can be an arduous task that stirs a wide array of emotions within viewers, leaving them gratified, astonished, or even heartbroken. Oftentimes, fan-favorite shows may have the rug pulled out from under them by networks or streaming services before they get the chance to finish their story arcs.
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But if a series is given room and opportunity, sometimes it concludes in perfect harmony – bringing everything full circle while satisfying long-time viewers with no sense of artificiality within its final moments.
The most unforgettable TV series finales are those that etch a lasting memory and become integral parts of popular culture. This article will delve into the top 10 most memorable TV series finales that captivate fans long after their initial airings.
From Friends to Breaking Bad — here are ten television series finales that nailed it.
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But if a series is given room and opportunity, sometimes it concludes in perfect harmony – bringing everything full circle while satisfying long-time viewers with no sense of artificiality within its final moments.
The most unforgettable TV series finales are those that etch a lasting memory and become integral parts of popular culture. This article will delve into the top 10 most memorable TV series finales that captivate fans long after their initial airings.
From Friends to Breaking Bad — here are ten television series finales that nailed it.
- 4/8/2023
- by Buddy TV
- buddytv.com
Spartacus may be returning to Starz. The cable channel is developing a spinoff of the historical drama series with Spartacus co-creator Steven S. DeKnight. as showrunner The original series aired for four seasons and 39 episodes, between 2010 and 2013. Andy Whitfield played the title role in the first season and Liam McIntyre took over for the remaining two regular seasons, due to Whitfield's passing from cancer. A prequel season, which didn't focus on Spartacus, aired in 2011.
Also starring John Hannah, Manu Bennett, Jai Courtney, Peter Mensah, Nick E. Tarabay, Craig Parker, Viva Bianca, Katrina Law, Dustin Clare, Jaime Murray, Marisa Ramirez, Dan Feuerriegel, Lesley-Ann Brandt, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Brett Tucker, and Lucy Lawless, the series was based on the legendary gladiator of Ancient Roman times.
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Also starring John Hannah, Manu Bennett, Jai Courtney, Peter Mensah, Nick E. Tarabay, Craig Parker, Viva Bianca, Katrina Law, Dustin Clare, Jaime Murray, Marisa Ramirez, Dan Feuerriegel, Lesley-Ann Brandt, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Brett Tucker, and Lucy Lawless, the series was based on the legendary gladiator of Ancient Roman times.
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- 2/10/2023
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Liam McIntyre as Spartacus
Starz is ready to return to the world of gladiators with a new chapter in the Spartacus franchise. Spartacus series creator Steven S. DeKnight is also diving back into ancient Rome as writer, executive producer, and showrunner on the new series.
“It’s such an incredible honor to be invited to return to the world of Spartacus and to be met with unbridled creative support from my colleagues at Starz and Lionsgate,” said Steven S. DeKnight. “Together we are crafting something truly unique and unusual for the next chapter in this epic story.”
DeKnight took to Twitter to confirm he’s currently writing the pilot.
Spartacus aired for four seasons on the network, kicking off in 2010 with Spartacus: Blood and Sand starring Andy Whitfield in the title role. Tragically, Whitfield passed away in September 2011 of Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Liam McIntyre took over the role beginning in season two.
Starz is ready to return to the world of gladiators with a new chapter in the Spartacus franchise. Spartacus series creator Steven S. DeKnight is also diving back into ancient Rome as writer, executive producer, and showrunner on the new series.
“It’s such an incredible honor to be invited to return to the world of Spartacus and to be met with unbridled creative support from my colleagues at Starz and Lionsgate,” said Steven S. DeKnight. “Together we are crafting something truly unique and unusual for the next chapter in this epic story.”
DeKnight took to Twitter to confirm he’s currently writing the pilot.
Spartacus aired for four seasons on the network, kicking off in 2010 with Spartacus: Blood and Sand starring Andy Whitfield in the title role. Tragically, Whitfield passed away in September 2011 of Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Liam McIntyre took over the role beginning in season two.
- 2/9/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Everyone, get out your swords and sandals because we're heading back to the arena! Starz has just announced that it is currently developing a new "Spartacus" series! Forgive the excessive use of exclamation points, but I loved every minute of this show from the first moment to the last, including the prequel "Spartacus: Gods of the Arena."
The first season of the series was entitled "Spartacus: Blood and Sand" and debuted in 2010. Before the second season, star Andy Whitfield was diagnosed with early-stage non-Hodgkin lymphoma, leading to the prequel to give him time to recover. Sadly, he passed away, and the role was recast with Liam McIntyre for season 2, "Spartacus: Vengeance" and season 3, "Spartacus: War of the Damned."
The show was, as our title says, very sexy. Still, it was also a compelling drama about the titular Thracian gladiator who led a revolt of enslaved people against the Roman empire.
The first season of the series was entitled "Spartacus: Blood and Sand" and debuted in 2010. Before the second season, star Andy Whitfield was diagnosed with early-stage non-Hodgkin lymphoma, leading to the prequel to give him time to recover. Sadly, he passed away, and the role was recast with Liam McIntyre for season 2, "Spartacus: Vengeance" and season 3, "Spartacus: War of the Damned."
The show was, as our title says, very sexy. Still, it was also a compelling drama about the titular Thracian gladiator who led a revolt of enslaved people against the Roman empire.
- 2/9/2023
- by Jenna Busch
- Slash Film
Steven S. DeKnight is ready to dive into the bloody world of Spartacus once again, as it has been announced that he’s currently developing a sequel series at Starz.
The Spartacus sequel series will “explore uncharted territory and new journeys of the original series’ iconic characters. In the aftermath of the defeat of Spartacus and his rebel army in the series finale, the new drama will depict a new tale of treachery, deceit, and blood unfolding beneath the foreboding shadow of Rome.” The first season of Spartacus, subtitled Blood and Sand, told the story of the man who would become Spartacus as he was sold into slavery and trained to become a gladiator. Filled to the brim with gruesome blood and sexual content, Spartacus was something to behold, particularly with its unique visual style and scripting. Tragically, Andy Whitfield, who played the title character, was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma and later died,...
The Spartacus sequel series will “explore uncharted territory and new journeys of the original series’ iconic characters. In the aftermath of the defeat of Spartacus and his rebel army in the series finale, the new drama will depict a new tale of treachery, deceit, and blood unfolding beneath the foreboding shadow of Rome.” The first season of Spartacus, subtitled Blood and Sand, told the story of the man who would become Spartacus as he was sold into slavery and trained to become a gladiator. Filled to the brim with gruesome blood and sexual content, Spartacus was something to behold, particularly with its unique visual style and scripting. Tragically, Andy Whitfield, who played the title character, was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma and later died,...
- 2/9/2023
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Starz is getting back into the swords and sandals biz.
The cable net announced Thursday that it is developing a new iteration of Spartacus, with the franchise’s original creator, Steven S. DeKnight, on board as showrunner/EP. Per Starz, the quasi-reboot “will explore uncharted territory and new journeys of the original series’ iconic characters.” Set in the aftermath of defeat of Spartacus and his rebel army, Spartacus 2.0 will “depict a new tale of treachery, deceit, and blood unfolding beneath the foreboding shadow of Rome.”
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The cable net announced Thursday that it is developing a new iteration of Spartacus, with the franchise’s original creator, Steven S. DeKnight, on board as showrunner/EP. Per Starz, the quasi-reboot “will explore uncharted territory and new journeys of the original series’ iconic characters.” Set in the aftermath of defeat of Spartacus and his rebel army, Spartacus 2.0 will “depict a new tale of treachery, deceit, and blood unfolding beneath the foreboding shadow of Rome.”
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- 2/9/2023
- by Michael Ausiello
- TVLine.com
Spartacus creator Steven S. DeKnight is expanding the franchise once again with a new series currently in development at Starz. DeKnight will serve as showrunner and executive producer of the as-yet-untitled project.
The next chapter will explore uncharted territory and new journeys of the original series’ iconic characters. In the aftermath of the defeat of Spartacus and his rebel army in the series finale, the new drama will depict a new tale of treachery, deceit, and blood unfolding beneath the foreboding shadow of Rome.
“It’s such an incredible honor to be invited to return to the world of Spartacus and to be met with unbridled creative support from my colleagues at Starz and Lionsgate,” said DeKnight in a statement. “Together we are crafting something truly unique and unusual for the next chapter in this epic story.”
The expansion of the Spartacus franchise is the latest to follow this new...
The next chapter will explore uncharted territory and new journeys of the original series’ iconic characters. In the aftermath of the defeat of Spartacus and his rebel army in the series finale, the new drama will depict a new tale of treachery, deceit, and blood unfolding beneath the foreboding shadow of Rome.
“It’s such an incredible honor to be invited to return to the world of Spartacus and to be met with unbridled creative support from my colleagues at Starz and Lionsgate,” said DeKnight in a statement. “Together we are crafting something truly unique and unusual for the next chapter in this epic story.”
The expansion of the Spartacus franchise is the latest to follow this new...
- 2/9/2023
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Starz is plotting a return to ancient Rome, and to its first breakout original series.
The premium cable outlet is developing a revival of/ sequel to Spartacus, the first original show to reach a wide audience. Series creator Steven S. DeKnight is writing the new take — Starz says it will “expand” on the original — and will serve as showrunner.
“It’s such an incredible honor to be invited to return to the world of Spartacus and to be met with unbridled creative support from my colleagues at Starz and Lionsgate,” DeKnight said in a statement. “Together we are crafting something truly unique and unusual for the next chapter in this epic story.”
Spartacus: Blood and Sand premiered in January 2010 on Starz and was a hit for the cabler, setting ratings marks that would stand for several years (eventually topped by the likes of Outlander and Power). The series — known for its hyperreal,...
The premium cable outlet is developing a revival of/ sequel to Spartacus, the first original show to reach a wide audience. Series creator Steven S. DeKnight is writing the new take — Starz says it will “expand” on the original — and will serve as showrunner.
“It’s such an incredible honor to be invited to return to the world of Spartacus and to be met with unbridled creative support from my colleagues at Starz and Lionsgate,” DeKnight said in a statement. “Together we are crafting something truly unique and unusual for the next chapter in this epic story.”
Spartacus: Blood and Sand premiered in January 2010 on Starz and was a hit for the cabler, setting ratings marks that would stand for several years (eventually topped by the likes of Outlander and Power). The series — known for its hyperreal,...
- 2/9/2023
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Up next from director Luke Sparke is the mob thriller Bring Him to Me, and today brings some distribution news plus two first-look images from the film.
Sam Neill and Barry Pepper (Crawl) star in Bring Him to Me, and we’ve learned that Myriad Pictures has acquired North American and the rest of world sales rights (excluding Anz) and will feature a first look at the film at EFM in February.
Meanwhile, Rialto Distribution has picked up the Australia/New Zealand rights.
In Bring Him to Me, “Under orders from a ruthless crime boss, a getaway driver must battle his conscience and drive a young and unsuspecting passenger to an uncertain fate.”
Written by Tom Evans, it’s interesting to note (via the press release) that the script was inspired by the traumatic scene in Martin Scorsese’s Casino in which Nicky Santoro (Joe Pesci) unwittingly turns up for...
Sam Neill and Barry Pepper (Crawl) star in Bring Him to Me, and we’ve learned that Myriad Pictures has acquired North American and the rest of world sales rights (excluding Anz) and will feature a first look at the film at EFM in February.
Meanwhile, Rialto Distribution has picked up the Australia/New Zealand rights.
In Bring Him to Me, “Under orders from a ruthless crime boss, a getaway driver must battle his conscience and drive a young and unsuspecting passenger to an uncertain fate.”
Written by Tom Evans, it’s interesting to note (via the press release) that the script was inspired by the traumatic scene in Martin Scorsese’s Casino in which Nicky Santoro (Joe Pesci) unwittingly turns up for...
- 2/2/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Exclusive: Rialto Distribution has acquired Australia/New Zealand rights to mob thriller Bring Him To Me, which Myriad will be selling at the upcoming EFM.
Directed by Luke Sparke (Occupation), Barry Pepper (Saving Private Ryan), Sam Neill (Jurassic Park), Rachel Griffiths (Six Feet Under) and Liam McIntyre (The Flash) star in the film whose script is inspired by the traumatic scene in Martin Scorsese’s Casino in which Nicky Santoro (Joe Pesci) unwittingly turns up for a meeting in a cornfield and things go south.
Today, we can reveal first images for the movie, which is now in post-production.
In the movie, under orders from a ruthless crime boss, a getaway driver must battle his conscience and drive a young and unsuspecting passenger to an uncertain fate. Script comes from Tom Evans.
The film also introduces actor Jamie Costa, who made social waves in 2021 with a portrayal of Robin Williams...
Directed by Luke Sparke (Occupation), Barry Pepper (Saving Private Ryan), Sam Neill (Jurassic Park), Rachel Griffiths (Six Feet Under) and Liam McIntyre (The Flash) star in the film whose script is inspired by the traumatic scene in Martin Scorsese’s Casino in which Nicky Santoro (Joe Pesci) unwittingly turns up for a meeting in a cornfield and things go south.
Today, we can reveal first images for the movie, which is now in post-production.
In the movie, under orders from a ruthless crime boss, a getaway driver must battle his conscience and drive a young and unsuspecting passenger to an uncertain fate. Script comes from Tom Evans.
The film also introduces actor Jamie Costa, who made social waves in 2021 with a portrayal of Robin Williams...
- 2/1/2023
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
20th Television Animation and Hulu Originals have joined Adult Swim in cutting ties with “Rick and Morty” and “Solar Opposites” co-creator and “Koala Man” executive producer Justin Roiland.
The move comes nearly two weeks after Roiland was charged with felony domestic violence related to an incident that first surfaced in a January 2020 criminal complaint.
“We have ended our association with Justin Roiland,” a spokesperson for Hulu Originals and 20th TV Animation told TheWrap in a statement.
“Solar Opposites” and “Koala Man” will continue without Roiland’s involvement.
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Roiland is facing the Dv charges in Orange County, California, concerning a criminal complaint filed by an anonymous Jane Doe, an intimate partner at the time, over an alleged encounter on or around Jan. 19, 2020. The writer-executive producer later that year pleaded not guilty to the charges,...
The move comes nearly two weeks after Roiland was charged with felony domestic violence related to an incident that first surfaced in a January 2020 criminal complaint.
“We have ended our association with Justin Roiland,” a spokesperson for Hulu Originals and 20th TV Animation told TheWrap in a statement.
“Solar Opposites” and “Koala Man” will continue without Roiland’s involvement.
Also Read:
Adult Swim Cuts Ties With ‘Rick and Morty’ Co-Creator Justin Roiland Over Felony Domestic Violence Charge
Roiland is facing the Dv charges in Orange County, California, concerning a criminal complaint filed by an anonymous Jane Doe, an intimate partner at the time, over an alleged encounter on or around Jan. 19, 2020. The writer-executive producer later that year pleaded not guilty to the charges,...
- 1/25/2023
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
Koala Man: Trailer for Hulu’s new animated show from Justin Roiland and Michael Cusack debuts online
Whenever evil peeks its head out in the land down under, a mild-mannered family man will turn into a new folk superhero to restore order. Koala Man is a new animated comedy series that’s brought to us by Rick and Morty‘s Justin Roiland and Smiling Friends‘ Michael Cusack. The new series is set to make its debut on Hulu this week, and the new trailer has just dropped online courtesy of star Hugh Jackman’s Instagram.
The official synopsis reads,
Koala Man follows middle-aged dad Kevin and his titular not-so-secret identity, whose only superpower is a burning passion for following rules and snuffing out petty crime in the town of Dapto. Though it may seem like any other Australian suburb, forces of evil both cosmic and man-made lie in wait to pounce on unsuspecting Daptonians. On a quest to clean up his hometown, and often roping his frustrated family into his adventures,...
The official synopsis reads,
Koala Man follows middle-aged dad Kevin and his titular not-so-secret identity, whose only superpower is a burning passion for following rules and snuffing out petty crime in the town of Dapto. Though it may seem like any other Australian suburb, forces of evil both cosmic and man-made lie in wait to pounce on unsuspecting Daptonians. On a quest to clean up his hometown, and often roping his frustrated family into his adventures,...
- 1/3/2023
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Hugh Jackman is returning Down Under to battle buff kangaroos alongside Koala Man. And yes, that is the premise of a new animated Hulu series from the team behind “Rick & Morty.”
Academy Award winner Jackman stars opposite series creator and animator Michael Cusack, who plays the titular hero, in “Koala Man” about a local vigilante who solves crimes in the fictional Australian suburb of Dapto.
The official synopsis reads: “Koala Man” follows middle-aged dad Kevin and his titular not-so-secret identity, whose only superpower is a burning passion for following rules and snuffing out petty crime in the town of Dapto. Though it may seem like any other Australian suburb, forces of evil both cosmic and man-made lie in wait to pounce on unsuspecting Daptonians. On a quest to clean up his hometown, and often roping his frustrated family into his adventures, Koala Man stands at the ready. He’ll...
Academy Award winner Jackman stars opposite series creator and animator Michael Cusack, who plays the titular hero, in “Koala Man” about a local vigilante who solves crimes in the fictional Australian suburb of Dapto.
The official synopsis reads: “Koala Man” follows middle-aged dad Kevin and his titular not-so-secret identity, whose only superpower is a burning passion for following rules and snuffing out petty crime in the town of Dapto. Though it may seem like any other Australian suburb, forces of evil both cosmic and man-made lie in wait to pounce on unsuspecting Daptonians. On a quest to clean up his hometown, and often roping his frustrated family into his adventures, Koala Man stands at the ready. He’ll...
- 1/3/2023
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Barry Pepper takes the lead in feature film “Bring Him to Me,” which is now shooting in Queensland, Australia, under director Luke Sparke (“Occupation Rainfall”). The picture is a mob thriller written by Tom Evans and which also stars Sam Neill and Rachel Griffiths.
Under orders from a ruthless crime boss, a getaway driver must battle his conscience and drive a young and unsuspecting passenger to an uncertain fate. Evans’ script was inspired by the traumatic scene in Martin Scorsese’s “Casino” in which Nicky Santoro (portrayed by Joe Pesci) unwittingly turns up for a meeting in a cornfield and things go South.
“I’ve been fascinated by morally gray stories like ‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘Drive,’ so when presented with the chance to dive deep into the underworld, I couldn’t resist bringing my own flavor to the genre, toeing the lines of film noir and graphic novels,” said Sparke.
Under orders from a ruthless crime boss, a getaway driver must battle his conscience and drive a young and unsuspecting passenger to an uncertain fate. Evans’ script was inspired by the traumatic scene in Martin Scorsese’s “Casino” in which Nicky Santoro (portrayed by Joe Pesci) unwittingly turns up for a meeting in a cornfield and things go South.
“I’ve been fascinated by morally gray stories like ‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘Drive,’ so when presented with the chance to dive deep into the underworld, I couldn’t resist bringing my own flavor to the genre, toeing the lines of film noir and graphic novels,” said Sparke.
- 12/7/2022
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
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