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Losing a dream role can still sting many years later, which appears to be the case for Katie Cassidy. The actress portrayed the fan-favorite role of Laurel Lance/Black Canary on The CW's Arrow for four seasons before she was killed off in 2016. The news of Cassidy being told about her demise wasn't exactly handled the best way, and now the actress is revealing why she believes her time on the series came to an end.

During an appearance on the Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum podcast, Cassidy went into detail about her Arrow character being killed off and how she found out about it. News of a character's death was teased at the start of the season, but Cassidy didn't think it would be her. In a case of terrible timing, the actress found out it was her who would be meeting her end while traveling to a...

Katie Cassidy faced a tough moment in her career when she learned her character, Laurel Lance, also known as Black Canary, would be killed off on the CW show Arrow. She had been part of the series from the start, appearing in its first four seasons. The news came in 2016, catching her off guard just days before the episode was set to film.

She shared her feelings on Michael Rosenbaum’s podcast, Inside of You, saying, “I had to eat some humble pie when they killed me off that show. It was really hard.” Cassidy felt a mix of emotions—sadness, shock, and even anger.

She remembered being on a call with producers Greg Berlanti, Marc Guggenheim, and Andrew Kreisberg, who told her, “Listen, unfortunately I have to tell you you’re the one that’s in the grave.” That moment hit her hard, especially since she loved playing Laurel...

Katie Cassidy, who played DC heroine Black Canary in the Arrowverse, opens up about her controversial Arrow death. While Arrow may have ended nearly half a decade ago, one of the most discussed aspects of The CW drama to this point is the unexpected death of the Black Canary during season 4, as Cassidy's character was murdered by Damien Darhk. Even though it didn't take long before Cassidy was back in the Arrowverse, killing Laurel was heavily criticized by fans and critics alike.

On the latest episode of Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum, Cassidy was the featured guest, and one of the big topics that was discussed was the controversial death of Laurel Lance in Arrow season 4. During her podcast appearance, Cassidy opened up on her experience both with the death scene and in the time before the episode was going to be filmed, as she shared the following:...

Katie Cassidy played Arrow's Laurel Lance and while her transformation into Black Canary was a little convoluted, fans embraced the character and weren't happy when she died in season 4.

That came as part of the big "Who's in the grave?" mystery that lasted right up until Damien Darhk killed Lauren in a moment that faced a significant amount of backlash at the time.

During an interview with Michael Rosenbaum, Cassidy reflected on being dropped from the series and initially not being concerned about Black Canary being in the grave when the season 4 premiere aired. However, things changed in the build to that year's New York Comic Con.

Arrow showrunners Marc Guggenheim and Wendy sent an email to the cast - shortly before they'd be filming the mystery character's death scene - and Cassidy recalled, "For whatever reason, my stomach just dropped. I immediately text Marc Guggenheim, who I adore,...

Katie Cassidy made a big impact as Laurel Lance, aka Black Canary, in the hit series Arrow. But in a move that surprised both fans and Cassidy herself, her character was unexpectedly killed off.

Katie Cassidy in Arrow | Credits: CW

It was an emotional blow for her, and viewers weren’t too happy about it either. Looking back, Arrow producer Marc Guggenheim even admitted that writing her off was a mistake.

How did Katie Cassidy react to her character being killed off Arrow?

Katie Cassidy’s time as Black Canary, in Arrow, came with its fair share of surprises, and as fans now know not all of them were pleasant. In 2016, after four seasons on the show, Cassidy was blindsided when she found out her character was being killed off.

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With her role as Laurel Lance, also known as Black Canary, Katie Cassidy played one of the biggest roles on the hit Arrowverse series Arrow. At one point, however, she was killed off, a decision that gave her a flurry of emotions at the time.

Cassidy discussed her time on Arrow during a recent interview for the Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum podcast, per Deadline. She recalled how she learned of Black Canary's death in 2016 after she served as a big part of Arrow for the first four seasons. Famously, the season started with the reveal that a character's death would happen, though it wasn't until later that it was revealed to be Laurel. Despite that big tease, Cassidy was still quite shocked when she realized she was the one on the chopping block.

“I had to eat some humble pie when they killed me off that show... it was really hard,...

Katie Cassidy recalls when she found out her character on Arrow was being killed off and theorized about why the decision was made.

The actress started the CW superhero series playing Laurel Lance (Black Canary) during its first four seasons. In 2016, her character died, and she only found out about it a couple of days before it was going to happen.

“I had to eat some humble pie when they killed me off that show,” Cassidy said on the Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum podcast. “It was really hard.”

Cassidy said she “was sad” and “was sort of in shock” when she learned her character was going to be killed off. Arrow had teased at the beginning of the season that a character was dying, but Cassidy didn’t think it would happen.

However, as she was traveling to a comic convention in New York City, she received an...

Katie Cassidy is sharing the true details behind initially getting fired from Arrow.

The 38-year-old actress, who played Laurel Lance in the series, made an appearance on Michael Rosenbaum‘s Inside of You podcast.

During the appearance, she discussed getting the official news back in October of 2015 that she was being let go from The CW series after four seasons.

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Katie said that she was roommates with The Flash‘s Danielle Panabaker at the time, who would try to speculate about who would be revealed as in the grave featured in the flash-forward at the end of Arrow‘s Season 4 premiere.

“She’s like, ‘Are you sure you’re not worried?’ I’m like, ‘No, it’s fine,’” Katie said.

Ahead of New York Comic Con weekend that year, the Arrow showrunners Marc Guggenheim and Wendy Mericle sent cast members an email before they...

Katie Cassidy’s self-described workplace motto — “Happy to be here, easy to work with!” — was nearly tested when she got the official word in October 2015 that she was being let go from The CW’s Arrow, four seasons in.

In the latest episode of Smallville alum Michael Rosenbaum’s Inside of You podcast (cued up above), Cassidy offers a new level of play-by-play detail about her unexpected ouster, recounting how she grew to suspect that “Laurel Lance” would be the answer to Season 4’s “Who’s in the grave?” mystery and then fast-tracking confirmation before heading to New York Comic Con.

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Daredevil: Born Again is a superhero action crime and legal drama series created by Dario Scardapane, Matt Corman, and Chris Ord. Based on Marvel Comics, the Disney+ series is a continuation of the Netflix series, and it follows Matt Murdock, aka Daredevil, as he goes head-to-head once again with Wilson Fisk, the newly appointed Mayor of New York. Daredevil: Born Again stars Charlie Cox, Vincent D’Onofrio, Margarita Levieva, Deborah Ann Woll, Elden Henson, Wilson Bethel, Zabryna Guevara, Nikki M. James, Genneya Walton, Arty Froushan, Clark Johnson, Michael Gandolfini, Ayelet Zurer, Kamar de los Reyes, and Jon Bernthal. So, if you loved the brutal action, thrilling drama, and compelling characters in Daredevil: Born Again, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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Watchmen is a superhero dystopian drama series created by Damon Lindelöf.

On Monday, February 24, co-founder of Cure Addiction Now (Can), a nonprofit dedicated to funding innovative research for substance use disorder (Sud), Nancy Davis welcomed guests to The Beverly Hills Hotel for its Inaugural Fundraising Evening, which raised $800,000.

The inaugural event featured a cocktail reception, seated dinner, live auction and special performances by Rufus Wainwright, Siedah Garrett, David Foster, Madison Love, Colin Love, Scout Willis, and Luke K.

For the first time ever, the event united supporters, advocates and experts to raise critical funds for Can’s groundbreaking initiatives. By fostering collaboration among leading scientists and addressing both addiction and mental health, Can is advancing toward its goal of eliminating the stigma and delivering life-saving solutions. In addition to funding scientific research, a donation will be made from the event to a local center supporting patients who suffer from substance use disorder that have been affected by the fires in Los Angeles.

Queen of the Ring star Emily Bett Rickards isn't scared to face wrestling's rabid fanbase. The former Arrow ensemble member will draw their attention when she takes to the silver screen as wrestling legend Mildred Burke in an upcoming biopic, but she developed a knack for braving backlash during her time in the CW's DC universe as Felicity Smoak.

"When I was on Arrow, I quickly realized how passionate comic book fans can be," said the CWveteran in an interview with TV Insider, confessing "At one point, I had to have a really long talk with my therapist, asking, 'Okay, so what is all this energy? I don’t really understand it.'"

The actress claims she had to develop "skin like a rhino" and "heart like a rose" to be able to achieve that understanding. She now acknowledges criticism often stems from passion, not malice alone.

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There are many Hallmark Channel actors who are dating each other in real life and one of our favorite couples is Katie Cassidy and Stephen Huszar!

The actors met while starring in Hallmark Channel’s A Royal Christmas Crush, which aired back in July 2023 as part of the network’s Christmas in July programming.

When their relationship was first revealed, a source told People, “They’re very much in love and just got back from a European trip in which they joined her family in Portugal, then headed to Spain and France, before hitting Monaco for the Grand Prix.”

Katie most recently professed her love for Stephen in a birthday post in January 2025.

“Happy Birthday to the man I love! Stephen, you are the most incredible, kind, loving, warm hearted, selfless, thoughtful, positive, uplifting person I’ve ever met. (And thank goodness you’re just as weird as I am!

It has been a busy week for horror news and trailer releases, and odds are you might have missed a few of them. That's why we've compiled all of the biggest news pieces and trailers in one place so horror fans can keep up with everything!

This week, Netflix confirmed the release date for Fear Street: Prom Queen and we got new trailers for Screamboat, Hulu horror film Control Freak, the psychological thriller The Assessment starring Alicia Vikander and Elizabeth Olsen, and much more. Keep reading for all of the latest updates on upcoming horror movies and shows.

Netflix shares new Fear Street: Prom Queen teaser, posters, and release date

The latest R.L. Stine adaptation will be released on May 23, exclusively on Netflix. The streaming service also a shared a suitably creepy teaser this week to debut the date and give us our first look at the prom queen candidates...

Former Arrow star and known scream queen Katie Cassidy has signed onto a new horror movie! Nanny Cam is a thriller from Jenni "JWoww" Farley, the reality star best known for the long-running Jersey Shore franchise.

Farley previously entered the horror movie scene with her 2024 film Devon, which followed a group of people investigating an abandoned asylum in search of their missing daughter who disappeared from the institution years before. Terrifier distributor Cineverse picked up Devon and it later released on Screambox. Deadline reports that, like Devon, Farley will write and direct Nanny Cam.

Cassidy is best known for playing Laurel Lance in The CW's Arrowverse, but the actress has also starred in many horror/thriller films, such as the 2010 remake of A Nightmare on Elm Street, the 2006 Black Christmas remake, Wolves at the Door, Kill for Me, and The Scribbler.

In Nanny Cam, she plays new mother Trinity, "who...

Katie Cassidy, known for her role in the popular CW show Arrow, has been cast in Jenni "JWoww" Farley's upcoming film.

Cassidy can be most easily recognized as Arrow fan favorite Laurel Lance / Black Canary. Per Variety, Cassidy has been cast as the lead in the upcoming psychological thriller Nanny Cam. This will be the second film by Farley of Jersey Shore fame, the first being Devon, released in 2024. The found footage horror movie starred Lauren Carlin, Steven Etienne, and Rotisha Geter.

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Nanny Cam will follow a new mother, played by Cassidy, who desperately tries to protect her daughter from what she believes to be a demon. The film takes inspiration...

After making her feature debut last year with the Screambox Original found footage movie Devon, Jenni ‘JWoww’ Farley (“Jersey Shore”) is headed back into the director’s chair for Nanny Cam, with Deadline reporting that Katie Cassidy has signed on to star.

Horror fans will remember Katie Cassidy from films including When a Stranger Calls (2006), The Lost (2006), Black Christmas (2006), and A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010), with the upcoming Nanny Cam marking her return to horror after nearly a decade.

Deadline details, “The film follows a new mother, played by Cassidy, who grapples with her dark ancestral legacy as she tries to protect her newborn daughter against what she believes is a malevolent demon, bringing her own mental health into question.”

Riley Dandy (Christmas Bloody Christmas), Myles Clohessy (Frontier Crucible), and Sol Miranda (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) will also star in writer-director Jenni Farley’s movie.

“Nanny Cam delves into the chilling story of Trinity,...

Katie Cassidy is taking on a new role!

The 38-year-old Arrow star will play the lead role in psychological thriller Nanny Cam, which is due to begin filming next month in New Jersey, written and directed by Jersey Shore‘s Jenni “JWoww” Farley, via Deadline.

The film “follows a new mother, played by Cassidy, who grapples with her dark ancestral legacy as she tries to protect her newborn daughter against what she believes is a malevolent demon, bringing her own mental health into question.”

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Jenni “draws on her own personal experiences growing up with an absent mother and of first-time motherhood” in the feature.

Riley Dandy, Myles Clohessy and Sol Miranda all star in the movie.

Jenni made her directorial debut with Devon, a found-footage horror movie, which premiered on Screambox in 2024.

“Nanny-Cam delves into the chilling story of Trinity, a young woman haunted...

Exclusive: Katie Cassidy has been set to play the lead role in psychological thriller Nanny Cam, which is due to begin filming next month in New Jersey.

The film follows a new mother, played by Cassidy, who grapples with her dark ancestral legacy as she tries to protect her newborn daughter against what she believes is a malevolent demon, bringing her own mental health into question.

Jenni ‘JWoww’ Farley (Jersey Shore) is writer-director, marking her sophomore feature behind the camera, and in it she draws on her own personal experiences growing up with an absent mother and of first-time motherhood. Also starring are Riley Dandy (Christmas Bloody Christmas), Myles Clohessy (Frontier Crucible), and Sol Miranda (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt).

Producing are Joe Barbagallo and Logan Hunter from BarBhouse Productions, whose most recent film A Wounded Fawn premiered at Tribeca Film Festival. David Guglielmo is casting.

Farley is best known for her...

Cardi B fuels new romance rumors! – TMZ Meghan Markle shares an intimate moment with Prince Harry - Celebitchy There’s a brand new Descendants short story! – Just Jared Jr The official press opening of Tarantino: Pulp Rock took place on Thursday night (February 13) at CineVita, located at Hollywood Park near SoFi Stadium. Tarantino: Pulp Rock celebrates 30 years of Pulp Fiction and the birth of Quentin Tarantino’s cinematic universe in an adrenaline-fueled live event blending music and storytelling.

The event drew an exciting lineup of celebrity guests, including Sam Asghari, Cynthia Bailey, Katie Cassidy, Jai Rodriguez, Charlie Carver, Sarah Colonna and Jon Ryan, Briana Cuoco, Scarlet Envy, Carly Hughes, Cassandra James, Joanna Alexis Jones, Manila Luzon, Heidi N Closet, Simon Rex, and Peter Porte. See photos inside!

Anya Taylor-Joy strikes a dramatic pose in a striking white dress on the red carpet at the premiere of her new movie The Gorge on Wednesday night (February 12) in Los Angeles.

The 28-year-old Furiosa actress was joined by costar Miles Teller and his wife Keleigh for the star-studded event, which was hosted at The Grove.

Miles opted for a classic dark suit with a matching shirt while Keleigh sparked in a gold sequined gown,

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Director Scott Derrickson, writer Zach Dean, producers Sherryl Clark, David Ellison, Don Granger and Dana Goldberg joined them at the event.

Others stars in attendance included Caylee Cowan, Katie Cassidy, Jake Picking, Madeleine McGraw, Harry Goodwins, Stormi Henley, Aaron Dominguez, Matt Bennett, Greg Tarzan Davis, Alberto Rosende and wife Tessa Mossey. We’ve got photos of them in the gallery!

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Before James Gun rebooted all of DC’s media, the Arrowverse was the staple shared continuity of DC’s super heroes on tv. The series of connected tv shows, which began when Arrow premiered on the CW back in 2012, was arguably bigger and definitely better than any of Snyder’s Dceu films or projects.

For a long time, the shared TV shows allowed heroes such as Green Arrow and The Flash to interact and share a space on screen, with their yearly crossovers consistently growing in scale, you always had a guarantee of a big superhero team up. It wasn’t until the Elsewords crossover event that we got to see two of the big Justice League members interact however, and - if you thought you were freaking out - apparently so were the stars themselves.

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Jared Padalecki joined the cast of Supernatural when he was 23 years old. The fantasy horror series ran for 15 seasons, and, by the end of the show, Padalecki was 38.

Both Padalecki and Ackles, who played Sam and Dean Winchester, respectively, were young when the show started. The show's loyal fandom kept it on the air for so long, while the stars grew up, got married, and started their own families. During the Megacon Orlando, Jared Padalecki highlighted the importance and sacrifices he's made for Supernatural, per Cbr, who was at the convention.

Padalecki: “I think 20 years ago today, we were shooting the pilot. There were a lot of sacrifices. There’s been a lot of sh*t. But in hindsight, I’m so grateful to the [fans] because I was public with what I was going through and you were all supportive.‗ Cbr (@Cbr) February 9, 2025

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Arrow stars Emily Bett Rickards and David Ramsey have revealed their favorite Arrowverse crossover. Starring Stephen Amell as Oliver Queen/Green Arrow, The CW series spawned a universe of interconnected shows, including The Flash, Legends of Tomorrow, and Batwoman, with Supergirl and Black Lightning eventually joining the fold.

Rickards and Ramsey were at Megacon, where the pair responded to Cbr's question regarding which show they most enjoyed crossing over with the most. "I liked going to The Flash because they were so happy over there," Rickards said. Ramsey discussed the difficult logistics and problems with tonality that came with making The Flash and Arrow crossovers happen but still enjoyed them. He especially enjoyed seeing Amell in Grant Gustin's Flash suit. "They were logistical nightmares," he said. "The Flash was on the other side of the wall and couldn't be more different. It was bright and had milkshakes. Stephen in the Flash suit.

Arrow aired on The CW for 8 seasons, 170 episodes, and launched a TV universe that spanned across eight different shows. The first episode of Arrow’s Season 4 features Oliver Queen standing over an unknown grave, and whose it was, wouldn’t be revealed for months –not even to the cast.

Speaking at a panel at Megacon Orlando, per Cbr, Willa Holland, who played Thea Queen – as well as her superhero alter ego, Speedy – described the general air of mystery and anxiety surrounding the season four reveal. "At the end of this episode in the season, Oliver was standing over a grave and no one knew who it was," Holland said. "We didn’t know until 6 months later. I thought it was me and I was packing my bags. We were all afraid we were going to get killed."

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Kate Cassidy never expected to lose Liam Payne like she did.

Ahead of his unexpected death, Liam’s girlfriend had been with him in South America.

She publicly mourned Liam, but has seemingly withdrawn from public posts for the most part. Like so many others, she has needed time to process and grieve.

Now, she’s discussing their relationship — and her late love’s state of mind ahead of that fateful farewell.

Singer Liam Payne and actor Katie Cassidy pose on the red carpet upon arrival at The 2022 Fashion Awards in London on December 5, 2022. (Photo Credit: Daniel Leal/Afp via Getty Images) Kate Cassidy continues to mourn Liam Payne

On Wednesday, February 5, The Sun published an interview with Kate Cassidy about her relationship with Liam Payne, their vacation in South America, and of course about his death in Buenos Aires.

She praised her late boyfriend as “genuinely...

Supernatural fans became accustomed to the dynamic between the Winchester brothers, with Jensen Ackles and Jared Padalecki playing the roles for fifteen seasons. As a result, fans came to expect hilarious one-liners from Ackles’ Dean Winchester, making his level of sass and sarcasm practically unrivaled except for one recurring character that proved to be a match for him.

Jensen Ackles’ Dean is arguably the sassiest character in Supernatural (Credit: Warner Bros).

In the series, actress Felicia Day played the recurring role of Charlie Bradbury, a fan-favorite ally of the Winchesters. The character and her sassy personality proved so popular with the fans that they even petitioned to make her a permanent feature in the Winchester duo’s adventures. Here is what Day had to say about her stint in the world of Supernatural.

Supernatural actress Felicia Day reacted to fans petitioning to make her a series regular

For Supernatural fans,...

Tubi has become one of the world's most popular streaming services thanks to its ad-supported model. Certainly, people are more inclined to purchase premium subscriptions because they will be able to access exclusive content, although Tubi is just as good, if not better, than many streaming options. The reason for this is that there are plenty of movies available on the platform, and when they are divided into genres such as Western, action, horror, and comedy, you will find Tubi to be a highly reliant platform.

Speaking of action movies, there are hundreds of exciting action movies available across various streaming platforms, but Tubi offers them for free on a monthly basis, adding some of the most iconic titles to the roster despite being from third-party providers. Having said that, who doesn't enjoy watching action flicks every now and then? Films like Taken and Die Hard, in particular, are cult...

Supernatural primarily follows the story of brothers Sam and Dean Winchester, who travel across America solving paranormal cases, hunting monsters, and saving lives. Across the show’s fifteen seasons, the formula rarely changed with the Winchesters supported by a revolving door of recurring actors and guest stars.

Supernatural has a very large supporting cast (Credit: Warner Bros).

One of the show’s recurring cast members was actress Carrie Anne Fleming, who appeared as Karen Singer in a few episodes. Fleming not only played the wife of a fan-favorite Winchester ally, but she also received love from the fanbase. However, the actress’ off-screen issues made it difficult for her to learn her lines and she opened up about them in an interview. Here is what Fleming had to say about her Supernatural stint.

Supernatural actress Carrie Anne Fleming admitted to being depressed on the show

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Actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan was integral to Supernatural during the show’s early days. Morgan played the role of John Winchester, the father of the Winchester brothers. While the brothers soldered on for fifteen seasons, going to Hell and back, Morgan’s character was unceremoniously killed off during the show’s second season.

Jeffrey Dean Morgan played John Winchester in Supernatural (Credit: Warner Bros).

During an interview, one of the show’s writers discussed why Morgan could not return to the series despite several characters, including the brothers, being revived over the seasons. As a result, it became evident that Morgan’s busy schedule and fame post-Supernatural got in the way of his return to the hit paranormal drama series.

Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s post-Supernatural fame kept him away from the series

Jeffrey Dean Morgan played John Winchester in the first and second seasons of Supernatural. Morgan played the Winchester brothers’ absentee father,...

Kate Cassidy was a well-known name in the halls of The CW, first appearing in Supernatural, and then going on to be an important character in The Arrow with The CW’s DC block. However, the actor’s departure from Supernatural yielded a show that not many know, but those who do, love it to bits.

Katie Cassidy in The Arrow || Credit: The CW

Katie Cassidy had some fond memories on the set of Supernatural, but the actress found her character being stalled. While Eric Kripke said that they simply could not afford Cassidy anymore, the actress provided a slightly different story.

Katie Cassidy was not sure what the writers would do with her character Supernatural || Credit: CW

Despite having a great time on the show, Katie Cassidy decided that she needed to move on from the project. While Eric Kripke told outlets that it was because the show simply could not afford her anymore,...

In 2008, Liam Neeson's career changed forever with the release of the now-beloved action thriller Taken. The actor became widely known as the man with a particular set of skills, one that helps him rescue his daughter in a foreign country after she is kidnapped. The film spawned a full-fledged franchise with two sequels, but they failed to recapture the magic of the first. Nevertheless, that hasn't stopped Taken fans from enjoying them all the same. And they will be able to do so on Hulu, when Taken and Taken 3 become available on the streaming platform starting February 1.

Currently available on Max before it arrives on Hulu, Taken was the film that started the pop culture phenomenon and made Neeson's ex-CIA agent a household name. The story follows Brian Mills as he travels to Europe in search of his missing daughter, Kim, played by Maggie Grace, who was kidnapped by human traffickers.

Smallville originally planned to include a female-led Justice League episode in the series' final season. One of the writers even breaks down who would have made up the team. Smallville debuted in October 2001 on The WB and reimagined the Superman mythology for the 21st century. The series ran for ten seasons, transitioning from The WB to The CW, and featured many other DC characters, including Green Arrow, Aquaman, Cyborg, and many more. Season 6 introduced the show's version of The Justice League, and it appeared the series planned to feature an all-female version of the super team in its final season.

Speaking on the Super House of El podcast via Cbr, Smallville writer Bryan Q. Miller revealed they initially intended to do a female Justice League episode for the tenth season. The episode would have featured Lois Lane (Erica Durance) teaming up with previous guest stars Kara Kent/Supergirl (Laura Vandervoort...

A popular trend in the movie world in recent years is major studios remaking their fan-favorite films from decades before. Although the idea has been popularized by Disney with their live-action remakes of their classic animated features, the trend extends far beyond the one company. Throughout Hollywood, filmmakers are aiming to capitalize on the pre-existing fan bases of their original movies. Oftentimes, putting a modern spin on a beloved classic seems like a surefire way to make a hefty profit.

However, a handful of attempts have proven that success is not a guarantee. Many recent remakes, particularly of films from the 1980s, have ended up massively underwhelming their audiences. Viewers flock to theaters hoping to see an exciting new twist on their favorite stories, but sadly discover that they are merely being given something boring, unoriginal, or otherwise disappointing. Although the films that inspired them may have been quite successful,...

Quick Links Katie Cassidy Initially Starred as Ruby In Supernatural Supernatural Replaced Ruby in Season 4 The Show's Indecisiveness Led to Cassidy's Exit Ruby's Recast Was Heavily Criticized By Fans and Critics

Mid-series recasts can go either way, especially for long-running shows like Supernatural. It's not always a pleasant surprise for viewers to see an exceptionally well-adjusted character to be replaced by another actor. Similarly, when the brazen and sneaky Supernatural demon was recast in a critical season, fans didn't know what to think of it. Ruby had a significant contribution in turning Seasons 3 and 4 into one of the best in the series.

That's why when the fans saw the blonde demon switched with a brunette, it sent out a wave of confusion. Nonetheless, replacing the supporting cast is common practice, one which Supernatural made full use of when it replaced Katie Cassidy with an actress named Genevieve Cortese who later became Mrs.

Since its inception, Hollywood has made several films dedicated to stories of espionage, intelligence, and secret agencies. One of the most referenced real-world agencies in the film industry is the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), best known for carrying out American intelligence operations overseas. Despite its real-world mission statement to serve American national security interests, Hollywood doesn't always play up its best aspects.

The CIA has been cast in a variety of ways by Hollywood, from nefarious criminal conspiracies to daring rescue operations. Due to the shadowy nature of the agency in real life, its true nature has remained open to interpretation. Although some films heavily fictionalize both the capabilities and goals of the agency, others have opted for more realistic approaches. The agency has been the source of controversy, both on and off the film, but some movies have done a great job with it.

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Sometimes, it takes time and space away from a movie to appreciate it for what it is. When the 2006 remake of Black Christmas was released, it was met with negative reviews and less-than-desirable box office. Fans of the 1974 original, expertly directed by Bob Clark and considered a classic by many horror movie aficionados, thought the remake got everything wrong. The film leads with gore and senseless violence, while the original is a pure exercise in atmosphere and suspense.

With 1974's Black Christmas, it was clear that Clark believed less was more, and the minds behind the remake insisted on beating the audience over the head with too much information and backstory, essentially diluting its mystery. However, once one gets over the fact that the remake won't touch the supremacy of the original movie,...

It’s time for a new episode of the Real Slashers video series – and since the release of this one coincides with Christmas, we are, of course, taking a look at a Christmas horror movie! Many genre fans watch the 1974 classic Black Christmas every December, and while the film’s first remake wasn’t very well received when it was first released in 2006, as the years have gone by, it has gained a strong cult following of its own. So with this episode of Real Slashers, we’re digging into Black Christmas 2006. You can hear all about it in the video embedded above.

Written and directed by Glen Morgan, the 2006 version of Black Christmas has the following synopsis: The holiday season turns deadly for a group of sorority sisters who are stranded at their campus house during a snowstorm. These coeds better watch out, for a vicious killer is on the loose,...

Taken franchise star Liam Neeson is set to headline a new action film titled The Mongoose, directed by his former stunt double.

According to Variety, Liam Neeson will soon head to Australia to film his next action-packed movie, The Mongoose. The action feature is being directed by Mark Vanselow, who has served as Neeson's stunt double in over 20 films, including the global hit Taken franchise, spanning Taken, Taken 2, and Taken 3. Vanselow has also served as the stunt coordinator on several Academy Award-winning films, such as The Revenant and Get Out. The script, written by Thompson Evans, promises high-octane action.

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The fantasy horror series Supernatural ran for 15 seasons. While the series wrapped the two brothers' story in its series finale, the series boasts with endless popular fan theories.

During an episode of Supernatural Then and Now, a rewatch podcast starring Richard Spade Jr., who played Gabriel/ Loki/ the Trickster, and Rob Benedict, who played Chuck/ God, the two welcomed Cindy Sampson, who played Lisa Braeden, and weighed in on a popular episode. Sampson's Lisa appeared in 11 episodes throughout the series after being introduced in Season 3 and was one of Dean's love interests. During the episode, they touched upon whether Lisa's son, Ben (played by Nicholas Elia), and Sampson weighed in on the theory that Dean is Ben's father.

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Supernatural ran for 15 reasons on The CW, and it had no less than 327 episodes. The dark fantasy drama usually focused on scary monsters, demons, and other fantasy creatures, but it was its comedic moments that stole everyone's hearts.

It is one of those episodes that actress Felicia Day singled out as her best work in her entire TV career when speaking at the FanExpo San Francisco, per Collider. The actress has experience of TV work, with acting credits in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Guild, and Mystery Science Theater 3000. However, one of the episodes in Supernatural, where she played Charlie Bradbury, stole her heart.

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Jensen Ackles, best known for his role as Dean Winchester in the long-running CW series, Supernatural, has been a fan-favorite actor for over a decade now. His impressive acting skills and tough charisma were further showcased when he joined the cast of Prime Videos acclaimed superhero series, The Boys, where he played Soldier Boy. Now, the actor has once again piqued the interest of his devoted fanbase with his latest project, a Prime Video thriller series titled Countdown.

Ever since news broke out about Ackles involvement, fans have eagerly been waiting for more details about Countdown. And recently, the star took to Instagram to share a series of behind-the-scenes images from the sets of the upcoming show. These images feature other cast members like Jessica Camacho, Ulti Latukefu, and even series creator Derek Haas. In his caption, Ackles wrote, Quick little update on set. We are well on our way here and having a blast.

Yeah. Stephen Amell’s Arrow did give us the Arrowverse including some shows like The Flash and DC’s Legends of Tomorrow. However, the series also gave us some terrible endings for beloved characters as well.

Not everyone had a happy ending in Arrow | Credits: DC Entertainment

With a plethora of characters and arcs throughout the 8 season show, there were plenty of things happening at the same time. Naturally, the creators weren’t able to provide justice to each and every character in Arrow out there.

Only Stephen Amell’s Character Got a Better Ending

Starring Stephen Amell in the lead role of Oliver Queen, Arrow was a series that debuted on the CW Network to rave reviews and critical acclaim. Running for a total of 8 seasons, the show became the anchor of the CW Network.

Only Stephen Amell’s ending felt satisfying | Credits: DC Entertainment

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When the topic of fantasy TV shows arises, viewers tend to think of series like Game of Thrones and The Rings of Power examples that very clearly fit the genre. These shows tend to be high fantasy, and they take place in worlds full of the extraordinary. With so many projects trying to copy Game of Thrones' success, there's no shortage of straightforward fantasy stories to dive into. However, there are also great fantasy shows that blend their magical settings and themes with other genres.

Fantasy and horror are a common combination, as anything supernatural tends to fall into both categories. However, some series even successfully blend fantasy with sci-fi, romance, and comedy; the possibilities are endless. Dipping into multiple categories alone doesn't ensure these shows are good, though. Such projects need to strike the right balance of both genres to succeed, and only a handful of fantasy TV shows accomplish that.

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It has been said that comedies are just dramas in disguise. In fact, the ability to evoke tears as well as laughter has long been held as a benchmark of success in movies, demonstrating that viewers will experience a broad array of emotions within a single story. Even so, audiences are still caught off-guard when they come across a movie that actually can make them laugh out loud and shed some tears along the way.

While some might be classified under the hybrid tragicomic genre, many popular films draw audiences in with the promise of laughter and a good time. They then surprise viewers with the depth of their stories, evoking strong emotions along with the characters. From retro classics like Steel Magnolias to more recent hits like Barbie, here are ten such movies that are great for audiences who need...

Katie Cassidy, best known for her role as Black Canary in Arrow, is more than just a superhero on screen. The actress has previously revealed that she’s also an avid gamer with a particular fondness for Call of Duty. Beyond its appeal as a popular first-person shooter, the game became a unique bonding experience for Cassidy and her former husband.

The Arrow actress admitted to playing Call of Duty. | Image Credit: Activision

Reflecting on the experience, she shared that gaming together was surprisingly therapeutic, allowing them to bond in an unexpected way. Cassidy’s experiences add her to the growing list of celebrities who use gaming as a way to relax and connect.

Video Games Have Transcended Their Target Group And This Arrow Actress is the Model Example

According to Cassidy, she initially revisited gaming due to the co-op mode of Call of Duty, which allowed her to play alongside her then-husband.

For Katie Cassidy, Arrow was more than just a launchpad for her acting career. The opportunity arose when she was facing personal struggles, it came as a light during dark times, in a period when she needed it the most. It was a challenging crossroad, where she could either enter a new phase, or sulk in the misery of her emotional struggles.

Katie Cassidy in an interview with The CW | TV Promos/YouTube

But she needed a new direction that could take her mind off of things, which kept her in a downward spiral. She took on the role of Laurel Lance, fully committed herself to the character, and used this role to anchor herself in real-time.

A Life-Saving Opportunity: How Arrow Gave Katie Cassidy a Fresh Start Katie Cassidy in Arrow | DC Entertainment

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The CW was a hub for all sorts of programming, and it wasn’t unheard of for actors to jump from one show on the network to another. Supernatural‘s own Jensen Ackles was on Smallville for CW before he was on Supernatural, but the journey seems to have been reversed for one of the stars of the IP.

Amy Gumenick as Cupid || Credit: CW

Amy Gumenick was on Supernatural before she landed her roles in The CW’s newly-minted DC Universe. The actress played the role of a young Mary Winchester in Supernatural and would go on to star in Arrow, albeit not in the role that she wanted to star in initially.

Amy Gumenick was rejected from Arrow three times Arrow || Credit: CW

Amy Gumenick was keen on joining Arrow, auditioning for the role of Laurel Lance, not once but three times. As fans would know, this role...

Arrow fans know one truth: not all heroes deserved the harsh fate they got. When Greg Berlanti decided to write off Laurel Lance, jaws dropped and tempers flared. After all, why let go of the Black Canary when the show had no shortage of characters—cough obnoxious ones—that could’ve taken her place in the grave?

Katie Cassidy as Laurel Lance in Arrow | Credits: Warner Bros. Television

Fans can’t help but wonder if Berlanti’s decision to axe Laurel instead of giving one particularly irksome character the boot missed the mark. In a series all about redemption and second chances, was taking down Laurel the ultimate missed opportunity? One thing’s for sure: Arrow’s legacy might have looked a whole lot different with a few strategic character swaps.

The Misfire of Arrow: Why Killing Off Laurel Lance Was the Show’s Biggest Mistake A still from The Arrow | Credits: Warner Bros.

It has become quite a common trend for the hero of a series to be more like a villain when it comes to their actions. There is no better example of this than Stephen Amell’s Oliver Queen from Arrow. The character was a perfect example of a man who was as much in the wrong as he was in the right, having a sense of great morality but at the same time, making some very bad decisions.

Stephen Amell as Oliver Queen in Arrow | Credits: The CW

Even though he played the role of the moral police within the Arrowverse, while simultaneously killing and not killing as he pleases, it is safe to say that his sense of good was rarely consistent. With this in mind, here are five of the worst things that Oliver has done, which make him worse than most villains in the Dcu.

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