Broadway's ‘Purlie Victorious’ Revival: Full Cast Revealed; Led By Leslie Odom Jr.
The highly anticipated Broadway revival of Ossie Davis' iconic play, "Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch," has announced its complete cast lineup. Joining the previously announced Leslie Odom Jr., under the direction of Kenny Leon, a stellar ensemble is set to grace the stage.
Jackee Harry Stars In 'As Luck Would Have It,' A 3-Part Movie Series For Lifetime Movie Network
Lifetime Movie Network (LMN) will debut the three-part movie series event, As Luck Would Have It, which stars Jackée Harry.
Mea Wilkerson and Tom Arnold also star in the movies, which will debut on Thursdays starting Aug. 31.
‘All Rise’ To End With Season 3 On OWN; Final Episodes Set To Premiere In September
The third season of OWN’s courtroom drama series All Rise will be its last.
Starring and exec produced by Simone Missick, the final 10 episodes (Season 3B) will premiere on Saturday, September 16 at 9 pm on OWN.
Watch: Kenan Thompson & Kel Mitchell Return In Nickelodeon And Paramount+ Sequel ‘Good Burger 2’ Teaser Trailer
Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell, the dynamic duo behind the beloved Good Burger franchise, are making their way back to the screen in the long-awaited sequel, aptly titled Good Burger 2. The first teaser for this highly anticipated Paramount+ production has just been released, giving us a taste of the quirky antics we can expect.
Ron Cephas Jones Passes Away ‘This Is Us’ Actor Was 66
The world of entertainment is mourning the loss of a true talent. Ron Cephas Jones, the Emmy-award-winning actor celebrated for his poignant portrayal of William Hill in the hit series "This Is Us," has passed away at the age of 66. The news of his departure has left a void in the hearts of many, as fans and colleagues reflect on his remarkable contributions to both television and film.
Denzel Washington’s ‘The Equalizer 3’ Set To Open With An Estimated $30 Million+ At The Box Office
Sony's highly anticipated action sequel, The Equalizer 3, starring Denzel Washington, is projected to have a strong opening weekend, with estimates placing it at over $30 million, and some sources even suggesting a potential $40 million start.
Tommy Hearns Documentary ‘The Hitman’ In The Works From Winter State Entertainment
After announcing new docs on NFL Hall of Famer Mel Blount and MLB icon Tommy John in Whatever It Takes and The Bionic Man, respectively, Winter State Entertainment has unveiled The Hitman: A Tommy Hearns Story as its latest sports documentary.
Watch: 'Power Book IV: Force' Season 2 Trailer; Tommy Egan Goes To War With Chicago Drug World
Starz has announced that the second season of Power Book IV: Force, which is a spinoff of the Power franchise, will premiere in late summer. The show stars Joseph Sikora as Tommy Egan, and the new season will debut on Friday, September 1 at midnight ET on various streaming platforms including the Starz app.
Watch: ‘Lawmen: Bass Reeves’ Teaser Trailer And First Look At David Oyelowo As The Legendary U.S. Deputy Marshal
“I’m Deputy U.S. Marshal Bass Reeves, and your wicked days are done.” So warns David Oyelowo as the title character in the first teaser trailer for Taylor Sheridan’s Lawmen: Bass Reeves. Paramount+ also released some of the first images from the anthology series, created for television by exec producer and showrunner Chad Feehan.
Watch: Official Trailer Releases For 'Sitting In Bars With Cake' Starring Yara Shahidi
The official trailer for ‘Sitting In Bars With Cake’ starring Shahidi, Odessa A’zion, Martha Kelly, Ron Livingston and Bette Midler, “the emotional trailer for the friendship-flick is full of baking, dating and drama between best friends as they navigate life in Los Angeles in their 20s.”
Brooklyn Double Dutch Documentary ‘Jazzy Jumpers’ By Haley Elizabeth Anderson; Storm Reid On Board As EP
Haley Elizabeth Anderson has recently wrapped up the production of her compelling documentary, "Jazzy Jumpers." This vibrant project, directed by Anderson and backed by Indigenous Media, P&G Studios, and A Seed & Wings Productions, sheds light on the awe-inspiring narrative of the Brownsville-based Double Dutch Team, Jazzy Jumpers.
Wonya Lucas Exiting As Hallmark Media President & CEO At Year’s End; Remaining On Company Board Of Directors
After three years at the helm, Hallmark Media President & CEO Wonya Lucas will exit her current role at the end of year, the company announced Tuesday. Lucas will continue to serve on the Hallmark Media Board of Directors.
Watch: LaKeith Stanfield Goes On Harrowing Adventure Through NYC In Apple TV+’s Horror Fantasy Drama Series, ‘The Changeling’
Witness the trailer for Apple TV+'s upcoming series, ‘The Changeling.’ This gripping saga, not only starring but also executive produced by the talented LaKeith Stanfield, is set to redefine the boundaries of modern storytelling.
‘Bad Boys 4’ Confirms Official Release Date
Sony’s Blockbuster Franchise, ‘Bad Boys 4’ is scheduled to hit theaters on June 14, 2024, coinciding with Father’s Day weekend. The film reunites stars Will Smith and Martin Lawrence as Miami detectives Detective Mike Lowrey and Detective Marcus Burnett, respectively.
Wayne Brady & Family Unscripted Series Ordered At Hulu
Hulu has ordered an unscripted series chronicling the family life of actor and comedian Wayne Brady. The series will be produced by Fremantle and Brady’s production company, Wayne & Mandie Creative.
WE tv Sets New Unscripted Series, ‘KeKe Wyatt’s World’ Starring KeKe Wyatt
WE tv has greenlit Keke Wyatt’s World, a new reality series following KeKe Wyatt as she “navigated life as an artist, wife, mother, sister, friend, and foe.”
Watch: John David Washington Battles A.I. In New Trailer For ‘The Creator’
The first trailer for the upcoming epic sci-fi action thriller, The Creator (previously known as True Love), starring John David Washington, has been revealed by 20th Century Studios, New Regency, and Entertainment One. The movie is set to hit theaters on September 29th.
Tubi Names Former Vimeo Chief Anjali Sud As New CEO
Tubi has appointed former Vimeo chief Anjali Sud as CEO.
AAFCA Celebrates Hip Hop’s 50th With Screening Series Dedicated To Hip-Hop Films
The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) will commemorate Hip-Hop’s 50th anniversary with a screening series that spotlights the genre’s lasting influence on the cinematic arts.
SAG-AFTRA Calls To Launch First Strike In Over Four Decades
In a historic move, the national board of SAG-AFTRA (Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists) unanimously voted to initiate a strike against the film and television industry. This marks the first strike by actors since 1980 and coincides with the ongoing Writers Guild strike, making it the first time in over six decades that both actors and writers are on strike simultaneously.