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Eli Roth Says Peacock Passed On ‘Hostel’ Series With Paul Giamatti: “They’re Not Going To Do It”

Peacock and Eli Roth were once coming together for a series set in the world of his “ Hostel ” franchise, a group of films where naive American backpackers are lured to Bratislava, Slovakia, a small Eastern European town that is the grim setting of the collective of international folks that have paid big bucks to murder strangers. Well, there has been an update as the project is no longer happening despite once having two-time Oscar nominee Paul Giamatti (“The Holdovers”) attached to star. Continue reading Eli Roth Says Peacock Passed On ‘Hostel’ Series With Paul Giamatti: “They’re Not Going T

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Joel Coen’s Scottish Gothic Mystery ‘Jack Of Spades’ Lands At Netflix For Fall 2027 Theatrical Release

Well, this is a great November surprise, as the next Joel Coen film, “ Jack of Spades ,” has been nabbed by Netflix , and they’re now aiming to release the movie sometime next fall in theaters. The cast of the Scottish-set Gothic mystery tale is led by Patsy Ferran (“Darkest Hour,” “Mickey 17”), James Bond hopeful Josh O’Connor (“Challengers,” “Wake Up Dead Man”), Damian Lewis (“Homeland,” “Band of Brothers”), and Lesley Manville (“Phantom Thread”). Continue reading Joel Coen’s Scottish Gothic Mystery ‘Jack Of Spades’ Lands At Netflix For Fall 2027 Theatrical Release at The Playlist.

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November TV Preview: ‘Blade Runner 2099,’ ‘The Rings Of Power,’ ‘Black Doves,’ ‘Yellowjackets’ & More Must-Watch Shows

November is here, and the fall TV season still has plenty left in the tank. As we noted in our 62 TV Shows To Watch This Fall, the month was already looking busy, and a handful of late dates and additions have only made it more crowded. HBO kicked things off with “ The Gilded Age ” Season 4, while Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw return to espionage in “ Black Doves .” Prime Video has an especially stacked month with the Muhammad Ali drama “ The Greatest ,” “ The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power ,” and the long-awaited “ Blade Runner 2099 .” Elsewhere, “ The Institute ” pushes its Stephen

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‘Percy Jackson & The Olympians’ Season 3 Trailer: Greek Mythology Series Returns To Disney+/Hulu With Two-Episode Premiere On November 20

Later this month, Disney+ and Hulu are gearing up for the return of the third season of “ Percy Jackson & the Olympians ” as a new trailer has arrived, giving subscribers a good look at what to expect for the next batch of episodes. Actor Walker Scobell , who many will remember co-starring in “ The Adam Project ,” is back as the titular demigod hero, with Leah Sava Jeffries, Aryan Simhadri, Charlie Bushnell, Tamara Smart , Dafne Keen , Jason Mantzoukas, Holt McCallany, Ming-Na Wen, Kate McKinnon , and Levi Chrisopulos also on the Season 3 call sheet. Continue reading ‘Percy Jackson & The Olymp

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‘Digger’ Actor John Goodman Believes Critics “Killed” Big Swing Satire “Before We Even Opened”: “I Am Proud Of It”

John Goodman played the fictional American President in Alejandro G. Iñárritu ‘s disaster comedy “ Digger ,” and the actor is now sharing his opinion concerning the movie after it misfired at the global box office, where he blames divisive critical reaction to the film for it being ignored by audiences. Speaking with Josh Horowitz on his excellent podcast “Happy Sad Confused” (via Variety), Goodman, a veteran actor of the big and small screen for decades, got candid about his experience making “Digger” and the movie’s ultimate reception. Continue reading ‘Digger’ Actor John Goodman Believes Cr

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‘Good American Family’: Isabel Merced & Patrick Schwarzenegger Set For Hulu Anthology Series Focused On The Bobbitt Scandal

Hulu and 20th Television ‘s “ Good American Family ” is returning for a second season, with Katie Robbins (creator and writer) alongside fellow executive producer Ellen Pompeo (who starred in Season 1, focused on the adoption case of Natalia Grace ). This time around, they’ll be focused on the massive media circus surrounding The Bobbitts . READ MORE: November TV Preview: ‘Blade Runner 2099,’ ‘The Rings Of Power,’ ‘Black Doves,’ ‘Yellowjackets’ & More Must-Watch Shows Deadline revealed that they’ve cast Isabel Merced (“Alien: Romulus,” “The Last of Us”) and Patrick Schwarzenegger (“The White L

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‘X-Men’: Ben Wang In Talks To Play Iceman In Marvel’s 2028 Reboot

Marvel Studios is nearing completion of its mutant lineup. According to Deadline, Ben Wang , the rising actor behind “ Karate Kid: Legends ” and Disney+ ’s “ American Born Chinese ,” is in talks to play Bobby Drake, better known as Iceman, in Jake Schreier ’s upcoming “ X-Men ” reboot. The deal isn’t done yet, but Wang has reportedly emerged as Marvel’s choice after a casting search that also included Gabriel LaBelle (“ The Fabelmans ”), Jackson Kelly , and Rhenzy Feliz , all of whom reportedly tested for the part. Continue reading ‘X-Men’: Ben Wang In Talks To Play Iceman In Marvel’s 2028 Reb

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Why Criminal Minds: Evolution Was Canceled At Paramount Plus

Paramount+ has decided to pull the plug on Criminal Minds: Evolution, news that might come as a bit of a shock to fans. Here's what happened.

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Who Is The Longbow Killer In Absolute Green Arrow? DC's Murder Mystery, Explained

DC's Absolute Green Arrow has finished its first arc, which was marketed as a slasher/superhero combo. Here's what you need to know about its murder mystery.

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Jenna Ortega's Klara And The Sun Movie Set An Unwanted Box Office Record

Taika Waititi's Klara and the Sun, which stars Jenna Ortega and Amy Adams, has set a box office record that absolutely no one will be proud of.

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Project Hail Mary Author Andy Weir Has Some Controversial Thoughts On AI [Exclusive]

Project Hail Mary and The Martian author Andy Weir isn't concerned about AI at all, and has some thoughts on how it will be used for entertainment purposes.

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This Marvel And Alien Crossover Features The Most Dangerous Xenomorphs Yet

Xenomorphs have crossed over into the Marvel Universe in the comics, and the aliens have become more powerful – and dangerous – than ever.

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Marvel's X-Men Movie Casts The Long Walk And Hunger Games Actor As Iceman

It appears Iceman will be brought to life in Marvel's X-Men movie reboot by Ben Wang, whose credits include The Long Walk and the next Hunger Games film.

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A Christmas Horror Movie With A 0% On Rotten Tomatoes Flopped At The Box Office

Halloween falling on a Saturday this year didn't help this Christmas horror comedy flick, a box office misfire that went over very badly with critics.

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God Of War Star Dave Bautista Shows Off Kratos Physique And Beard In Video

Dave Bautista, who took over the lead role in Prime Video's God of War TV show after Ryan Hurst was injured, has shared a video showing off his Kratos physique.

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George R.R. Martin's 28-Episode Western Masterpiece Beat Taylor Sheridan At His Own Game

Yellowstone may be the most popular neo-Western show out there, but Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin made an even better Western series.

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Lee Child Will Officially Replace Reacher In 2027

In 2027, Lee Child shifts focus from Jack Reacher to Frances Neagley, starting a brand-new thriller series with co-author Yasmin Angoe, Zero Margin.

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It's Officially The End Of An Era For Blade Runner

After two iconic movies, a storied sci‑fi universe pivots to serialized storytelling with new protagonists and a revolt that upends old hierarchies.

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Stephen King's Carrie & The Institute TV Crossover Potential Addressed By Amazon Series Stars

EXCLUSIVE: Prime Video's Carrie TV show is a successful Stephen King adaptation, and now its stars are teasing exciting crossover potential.

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Russell Crowe’s R-Rated Mystery Movie Needing A Sequel Is Back As One Of Streaming's Biggest Hits

One of Russell Crowe's most engrossing R-rated mystery movies is back as a streaming sensation as it continues to wait for a hopeful sequel.

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FBI Season 9 Confirms Major Character Reunion In Upcoming Episode

FBI season 9 began less than a month ago, and the team will soon be reuniting with a major character who used to be on the hit CBS procedural.

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10 Prime Video Series Where Every Episode Is A 10/10 (#2 Has A Rare 100% RT Score)

These 10 Prime Video TV shows are excellent from start to finish, and the second series on the list may be the streamer's best offering.

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Colleen Hoover’s All-Time Hit Adaptation Is Finding New Life As A Streaming Sensation

Colleen Hoover’s all-time hit has now become a global streaming sensation, and it comes with a cast filled with rising stars and an emotional story.

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I’m Impressed That Inde Navarrette Used An Obsession Reference To Dodge An X-Men Question

I'm scared all over again.

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