[This story contains major spoilers from the season finale of Bad Monkey.]
Back in the early 1990s, when they were still in their early-to-mid 20s, Vince Vaughn and Bill Lawrence met at a low-stakes poker game hosted by a mutual friend in Los Angeles. Vaughn had yet to rise to fame alongside Jon Favreau in the buddy comedy film Swingers, and Lawrence, then a standup comedian, was still years away from co-creating Spin City, the ABC sitcom that starred Michael J. Fox (in his final role before disclosing his Parkinson’s diagnosis) as the astute deputy mayor of New York City.
Over the years, as their paths continued to cross at social events, Vaughn and Lawrence would keep tabs on each other’s progress. Vaughn became one of the most bankable stars of R-rated comedies in the late ’90s and 2000s, headlining box-office hits such as Wedding Crashers, Old School and Dodgeball. Lawrence established himself as one of the top showrunners in Hollywood,...
Back in the early 1990s, when they were still in their early-to-mid 20s, Vince Vaughn and Bill Lawrence met at a low-stakes poker game hosted by a mutual friend in Los Angeles. Vaughn had yet to rise to fame alongside Jon Favreau in the buddy comedy film Swingers, and Lawrence, then a standup comedian, was still years away from co-creating Spin City, the ABC sitcom that starred Michael J. Fox (in his final role before disclosing his Parkinson’s diagnosis) as the astute deputy mayor of New York City.
Over the years, as their paths continued to cross at social events, Vaughn and Lawrence would keep tabs on each other’s progress. Vaughn became one of the most bankable stars of R-rated comedies in the late ’90s and 2000s, headlining box-office hits such as Wedding Crashers, Old School and Dodgeball. Lawrence established himself as one of the top showrunners in Hollywood,...
- 10/10/2024
- by Max Gao
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Spoiler Alert: The following interview contains spoilers from “We’re in the Memory-Making Business,” the season finale of “Bad Monkey” now streaming on AppleTV+.
The case is closed on the first season of AppleTV+s series “Bad Monkey,” the Florida Keys-set comedic crime series based on the Carl Hiaasen novel of the same name. And while more than a few characters didn’t make it out alive, the good guys prevailed.
Among the victors was suspended detective-turned-health inspector Andrew Yancy (Vince Vaughn), who, as he sat looking out at the ocean during the season’s final moments, seemed to have found a sense of peace — even if he was still suspended, and his romance with Dr. Rosa Campesino (Natalie Martinez) didn’t fall into place as he would have liked.
To recap the season finale, executive producer Bill Lawrence and star Vince Vaughn talked to Variety (in separate interviews combined...
The case is closed on the first season of AppleTV+s series “Bad Monkey,” the Florida Keys-set comedic crime series based on the Carl Hiaasen novel of the same name. And while more than a few characters didn’t make it out alive, the good guys prevailed.
Among the victors was suspended detective-turned-health inspector Andrew Yancy (Vince Vaughn), who, as he sat looking out at the ocean during the season’s final moments, seemed to have found a sense of peace — even if he was still suspended, and his romance with Dr. Rosa Campesino (Natalie Martinez) didn’t fall into place as he would have liked.
To recap the season finale, executive producer Bill Lawrence and star Vince Vaughn talked to Variety (in separate interviews combined...
- 10/10/2024
- by Jim Halterman
- Variety Film + TV
[Editor’s note: The following interview contains spoilers for Season 1 of “Bad Monkey,” including its ending.]
The finale of Apple TV+’s “Bad Monkey” kicked off with a shock: The Dragon Queen is dead. The opening moments showed the rest of last week’s confrontation between Gracie (Jodie Turner-Smith) and Eve (Meredith Hagner), with Eve shoving her, and a tree branch piercing through her chest, killing her.
“The Dragon Queen was a much different character in the book,” show writer and executive producer Matt Tarses explained to IndieWire. “She was an old woman and she was sort of pretty much evil;, didn’t have any redemptive qualities. And so early on, we wanted to make that character more nuanced. We made her younger, we gave her this kind of consciousness of a grandmother, in Ya-Ya. I love that character, and I love what Jodie Turner-Smith did with that stuff.”
He continued, “[Her] arc became a big, important story for us, and her...
The finale of Apple TV+’s “Bad Monkey” kicked off with a shock: The Dragon Queen is dead. The opening moments showed the rest of last week’s confrontation between Gracie (Jodie Turner-Smith) and Eve (Meredith Hagner), with Eve shoving her, and a tree branch piercing through her chest, killing her.
“The Dragon Queen was a much different character in the book,” show writer and executive producer Matt Tarses explained to IndieWire. “She was an old woman and she was sort of pretty much evil;, didn’t have any redemptive qualities. And so early on, we wanted to make that character more nuanced. We made her younger, we gave her this kind of consciousness of a grandmother, in Ya-Ya. I love that character, and I love what Jodie Turner-Smith did with that stuff.”
He continued, “[Her] arc became a big, important story for us, and her...
- 10/9/2024
- by Erin Strecker
- Indiewire
Spoiler Alert: The story includes details about Episode 10 of Apple TV+’s Bad Monkey.
Season 1 of Bill Lawrence’s Apple TV+ crime series Bad Monkey, based on Carl Hiaasen’s novel, wrapped its run with a jam-packed finale that saw the demise of three main characters. Gracie, aka the Dragon Queen (Jodie Turner-Smith), died at the hands of Eve (Meredith Hagner), who also pushed her wheelchair-bound husband Nick (Rob Delaney) into the ocean. As the show continued to weave magic into reality, the Dragon Queen’s dying wish to Eve, “I hope you choke … on your lies,” basically came true as Eve choked on a baby carrot and then was pulled by an invisible force to the edge as she jumped off a building to her death after escaping to Portugal.
Yancy (Vince Vaughn) was back at his job as a health inspector in the Florida Keys, with Madeline and...
Season 1 of Bill Lawrence’s Apple TV+ crime series Bad Monkey, based on Carl Hiaasen’s novel, wrapped its run with a jam-packed finale that saw the demise of three main characters. Gracie, aka the Dragon Queen (Jodie Turner-Smith), died at the hands of Eve (Meredith Hagner), who also pushed her wheelchair-bound husband Nick (Rob Delaney) into the ocean. As the show continued to weave magic into reality, the Dragon Queen’s dying wish to Eve, “I hope you choke … on your lies,” basically came true as Eve choked on a baby carrot and then was pulled by an invisible force to the edge as she jumped off a building to her death after escaping to Portugal.
Yancy (Vince Vaughn) was back at his job as a health inspector in the Florida Keys, with Madeline and...
- 10/9/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
“I did not expect to have career renaissance in my mid-50s,” says Spin City, Scrubs and Cougar Town creator/co-creator Bill Lawrence, who has four series: Apple TV+’s Shrinking and Bad Monkey, an upcoming HBO comedy starring Steve Carell, as well as Jason Sudeikis’ Apple TV+ phenom Ted Lasso which has been plotting a Season 4 return.
Add to that the long-rumored reboot of his NBC/ABC medical comedy Scrubs. In Part 1 of Deadline’s interview with Lawrence, he speaks about the Season 1 finale of Bad Monkey and teases a likely second season. Here, Lawrence addresses the status of the Scrubs revival and the prospect of more Ted Lasso as well his new series with Carell and its connection to Bad Monkey.
The main obstacle for the Scrubs follow-up has been working out an agreement with Warner Bros TV, where Lawrence is under an exclusive overall deal, for him...
Add to that the long-rumored reboot of his NBC/ABC medical comedy Scrubs. In Part 1 of Deadline’s interview with Lawrence, he speaks about the Season 1 finale of Bad Monkey and teases a likely second season. Here, Lawrence addresses the status of the Scrubs revival and the prospect of more Ted Lasso as well his new series with Carell and its connection to Bad Monkey.
The main obstacle for the Scrubs follow-up has been working out an agreement with Warner Bros TV, where Lawrence is under an exclusive overall deal, for him...
- 10/9/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Bye-bye, “Bad Monkey.” The comedic mystery series starring Vince Vaughn and based on the 2013 Carl Hiaasen novel of the same name is wrapping its first season on Apple TV+ on Wednesday, Oct. 9 as it prepares to go on hiatus until a new batch of episodes is ready. The Streamable expert Tyler Hayes thought “Bad Monkey” was one of the newest hidden gems on TV when it first came out.
Until then, however, The Streamable’s experts are here to tide you over and let you now what other titles you should try in the meantime if you thought “Bad Monkey” was more fun than a barrel of…um…monkeys.
Which Other Shows Will ‘Bad Monkey’ Fans Love?
Psych
Shrinking
Burn Notice
The Afterparty
Poker Face
Sugar
True Detective Season 2
Psych
If crime-solving and jokes attracted you to “Bad Monkey,” that’s two big reasons to give the 2006 series “Psych” a try.
Until then, however, The Streamable’s experts are here to tide you over and let you now what other titles you should try in the meantime if you thought “Bad Monkey” was more fun than a barrel of…um…monkeys.
Which Other Shows Will ‘Bad Monkey’ Fans Love?
Psych
Shrinking
Burn Notice
The Afterparty
Poker Face
Sugar
True Detective Season 2
Psych
If crime-solving and jokes attracted you to “Bad Monkey,” that’s two big reasons to give the 2006 series “Psych” a try.
- 10/9/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Cougar Town creator Bill Lawrence advises the people of Florida to not emulate the Cul de Sac crew and instead evacuate if advised to, as Hurricane Milton makes a beeline for the Sunshine State.
In the cold open to the Season 3 episode “Down South” (watch on Hulu), Jules (played by Courtney Cox) learns that Hurricane Mary is due to hit their fictional town of Gulfhaven, Fla. (which by my back-of-napkin math is about 75 miles south of Tampa). Jules’ first response is not to flee, however, but host a “hurricane party.”
More from TVLineBad Monkey Trailer: Vince Vaughn's Disgraced Detective...
In the cold open to the Season 3 episode “Down South” (watch on Hulu), Jules (played by Courtney Cox) learns that Hurricane Mary is due to hit their fictional town of Gulfhaven, Fla. (which by my back-of-napkin math is about 75 miles south of Tampa). Jules’ first response is not to flee, however, but host a “hurricane party.”
More from TVLineBad Monkey Trailer: Vince Vaughn's Disgraced Detective...
- 10/8/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Jason Reitman is on a barnstorming tour for Saturday Night, telling everyone about his amazing week in 2008 as an SNL guest writer. Guest writer? How does that work exactly? Do you book a session like an Airbnb? Does Lorne Michaels bring you in like a lecturer in Copenhagen?
Turns out Reitman isn’t alone — the show has had several visiting scribes over the years, including some pretty famous names. Here are five people you likely never knew spent a couple of weeks writing sketches on SNL…
1 Jason Reitman
Reitman’s stint at 30 Rock was “one of the greatest weeks of my life,” he told Entertainment Weekly at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival. “I was lucky enough to guest write at Saturday Night Live. … Right after Juno, I got the chance to go in and spend one week. I got a sketch on the air.”
Reitman’s three-part sketch...
Turns out Reitman isn’t alone — the show has had several visiting scribes over the years, including some pretty famous names. Here are five people you likely never knew spent a couple of weeks writing sketches on SNL…
1 Jason Reitman
Reitman’s stint at 30 Rock was “one of the greatest weeks of my life,” he told Entertainment Weekly at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival. “I was lucky enough to guest write at Saturday Night Live. … Right after Juno, I got the chance to go in and spend one week. I got a sketch on the air.”
Reitman’s three-part sketch...
- 10/8/2024
- Cracked
Colin Farrell recently became a topic of interest amongst Hollywood fans after the recent debut of HBO’s The Penguin. The 48-year-old has done a great job portraying the character of Oswald Cobblepot in the episodes that have come out so far and when he debuted with this role in The Batman (2022) alongside Robert Pattinson, who made his first appearance as Bruce Wayne.
Colin Farrell as Oswald Cobblepot in The Penguin trailer | Credits: HBO
Over the years, Farrell developed a reputation for being one of the better crime-action stars in the industry as well, notching roles in films such as Total Recall, True Detective, London Boulevard, and more. Interestingly, Farrell himself has dealt with legal authorities as a teenager, a situation that would have had him behind bars.
What did Colin Farrell get arrested for?
Back in 2015, True Detective had reached its peak and it was probably one of the...
Colin Farrell as Oswald Cobblepot in The Penguin trailer | Credits: HBO
Over the years, Farrell developed a reputation for being one of the better crime-action stars in the industry as well, notching roles in films such as Total Recall, True Detective, London Boulevard, and more. Interestingly, Farrell himself has dealt with legal authorities as a teenager, a situation that would have had him behind bars.
What did Colin Farrell get arrested for?
Back in 2015, True Detective had reached its peak and it was probably one of the...
- 10/5/2024
- by Rakibul John Rodgers
- FandomWire
Nicole Kidman might be the hardest-working actor in Hollywood, but does she currently have a fan-favorite show on both Disney+ and Netflix? Well, Joe Locke does. In addition to his turn in the witchy limited series “Agatha All Along,” the young actor reprises his role as Charlie, one-half of “Heartstopper’s” central couple, in the third season of Netflix’s queer coming-of-age drama. In this latest chapter — all eight episodes of which are now streaming — Charlie and Nick (Kit Connor) reach not one, but two romantic milestones in their ever-evolving relationship. Along the way, TV’s most unabashedly sincere show reminds viewers that there is, in fact, still some good in this world. So, as it proudly wears its heart and its emotions on its metaphorical sleeve, “Heartstopper” is the awards contender to watch this weekend.
See What to watch this weekend September 27, 2024: TV awards contenders
However, if you...
See What to watch this weekend September 27, 2024: TV awards contenders
However, if you...
- 10/5/2024
- by Kaitlin Thomas
- Gold Derby
Fans of the feel-good show have been clamoring for more ever since the end of its third season.
Keep believing, “Ted Lasso” fans! The heartwarming series about a U.S. football coach from Kansas who moves to England to coach a Premier League soccer team had fans very glum indeed when it seemingly ended for good after its third season. But Sigmund Judge of Mac Stories is reporting that the show will indeed be back for a fourth season, and that it won’t be long before the ball gets rolling.
Key Details: Season 4 of “Ted Lasso” will start up pre-production in 2025. It’s still not clear what the premise of the new season will be. Several series regulars have all had contract options for a new season picked up. 7-Day Free Trial $9.99+ / month apple.com
Judge informed followers via X (the social media site once called Twitter) that “Ted Lasso...
Keep believing, “Ted Lasso” fans! The heartwarming series about a U.S. football coach from Kansas who moves to England to coach a Premier League soccer team had fans very glum indeed when it seemingly ended for good after its third season. But Sigmund Judge of Mac Stories is reporting that the show will indeed be back for a fourth season, and that it won’t be long before the ball gets rolling.
Key Details: Season 4 of “Ted Lasso” will start up pre-production in 2025. It’s still not clear what the premise of the new season will be. Several series regulars have all had contract options for a new season picked up. 7-Day Free Trial $9.99+ / month apple.com
Judge informed followers via X (the social media site once called Twitter) that “Ted Lasso...
- 10/4/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
This camera, this camera, this camera – tell the people what you have going on! First We Feast’s Hot Ones has become a pop culture phenomenon, but one thing it doesn’t have going for it is The Rock. Hot Ones has well over 300 episodes at this point but one of the most high-profile guests they haven’t been able to land is Dwayne Johnson…and it comes down to one specific request.
As host Sean Evans told Bloomberg, a mixture of demands and things cooling off have kept Dwayne Johnson out of the hot seat. “We’ve been pitching [The Rock] obviously for years and one time I got a note back that was like, ‘would you be willing to do, instead of wings, grilled salmon strips?’ And in my head I was like, that had to come from his mouth … that’s as close as we’ve gotten. And then it fell through.
As host Sean Evans told Bloomberg, a mixture of demands and things cooling off have kept Dwayne Johnson out of the hot seat. “We’ve been pitching [The Rock] obviously for years and one time I got a note back that was like, ‘would you be willing to do, instead of wings, grilled salmon strips?’ And in my head I was like, that had to come from his mouth … that’s as close as we’ve gotten. And then it fell through.
- 10/1/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Jason Segel and Harrison Ford are back in the new series of Shrinking – here’s the trailer for Shrinking season 2, that lands next month.
Bill Lawrence is probably best known for creating Scrubs, the wonderful hospital sitcom which ran for nine seasons from 2002 to 2009 – there have been talks of a Scrubs return for many years, but recently Lawrence and the cast have indicated it would be happening soon.
It showcased Lawrence’s skill in weaving incredible pathos through a show crammed with jokes – My Lunch from season 5 may just be one of the best examples of this in any sitcom – and he has only gone from strength to strengh.
After six seasons of Cougar Town starring Courtney Cox, he co-created Ted Lasso with Jason Sudeikis and Brendan Hunt, which soon became a global phenomenon due to its mix of hope, kindness and uncynical humour.
That brings us to Shrinking, which...
Bill Lawrence is probably best known for creating Scrubs, the wonderful hospital sitcom which ran for nine seasons from 2002 to 2009 – there have been talks of a Scrubs return for many years, but recently Lawrence and the cast have indicated it would be happening soon.
It showcased Lawrence’s skill in weaving incredible pathos through a show crammed with jokes – My Lunch from season 5 may just be one of the best examples of this in any sitcom – and he has only gone from strength to strengh.
After six seasons of Cougar Town starring Courtney Cox, he co-created Ted Lasso with Jason Sudeikis and Brendan Hunt, which soon became a global phenomenon due to its mix of hope, kindness and uncynical humour.
That brings us to Shrinking, which...
- 9/27/2024
- by Jake Godfrey
- Film Stories
It’s the showdown we’ve been waiting for, Bad Monkey fans: the sarcastic know-it-all versus the otherworldly voodoo priestess.
TVLine has an exclusive sneak peek at this Wednesday’s episode of the Apple TV+ mystery, with Vince Vaughn’s Yancy finally crossing paths with Jodie Turner-Smith’s Dragon Queen. In the clip — which you can watch above — they sit at different tables at a coffee shop, and Yancy (of course) strikes up a conversation, admiring her watch… and pointing out it’s worth a quarter-million dollars. The Dragon Queen bristles a bit at his questioning, but Yancy explains he...
TVLine has an exclusive sneak peek at this Wednesday’s episode of the Apple TV+ mystery, with Vince Vaughn’s Yancy finally crossing paths with Jodie Turner-Smith’s Dragon Queen. In the clip — which you can watch above — they sit at different tables at a coffee shop, and Yancy (of course) strikes up a conversation, admiring her watch… and pointing out it’s worth a quarter-million dollars. The Dragon Queen bristles a bit at his questioning, but Yancy explains he...
- 9/24/2024
- by Dave Nemetz
- TVLine.com
Exclusive: Keith David has signed with Verve for representation.
Most recently, David joined the cast of the 20th Century feature film Mike, Nick, Nick & Alice and will play the villain opposite Vince Vaughn, James Marsden, Eiza Gonzalez and Jimmy Tatro.
With a career spanning over four decades, David has a long list of feature credits including iconic films such as Platoon and Crash—both Academy Award winners for Best Picture—Requiem for a Dream, There’s Something About Mary, They Live, Nope, and most recently, American Fiction for which he received his first SAG award nomination.
On the television side, David just wrapped filming on FX’s The Sensitive Kind, where he stars alongside Ethan Hawke. He will also feature in the upcoming HBO Max series Duster, produced by JJ Abrams and Latoya Morgan, as well as the limited series The Gray House, produced by Kevin Costner and Morgan Freeman.
David...
Most recently, David joined the cast of the 20th Century feature film Mike, Nick, Nick & Alice and will play the villain opposite Vince Vaughn, James Marsden, Eiza Gonzalez and Jimmy Tatro.
With a career spanning over four decades, David has a long list of feature credits including iconic films such as Platoon and Crash—both Academy Award winners for Best Picture—Requiem for a Dream, There’s Something About Mary, They Live, Nope, and most recently, American Fiction for which he received his first SAG award nomination.
On the television side, David just wrapped filming on FX’s The Sensitive Kind, where he stars alongside Ethan Hawke. He will also feature in the upcoming HBO Max series Duster, produced by JJ Abrams and Latoya Morgan, as well as the limited series The Gray House, produced by Kevin Costner and Morgan Freeman.
David...
- 9/24/2024
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Actor and martial artist Lewis Tan has joined the ensemble cast in the 20th Century feature Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice, a buddy action comedy set in the criminal underworld from writer and director BenDavid Grabinski.
He joins Vince Vaughn, James Marsden, Eiza Gonzalez, Jimmy Tatro and Arturo Castro. Character names and descriptions nor the film’s plot has been revealed.
Deadline first reported in May that 20th Century landed the project following a heated bidding war. Andrew Lazar is producing.
Tan most recently starred as Rusy/Shatterstar in the hit Marvel Studios summer film Deadpool & Wolverine opposite Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. He originally brought the character to life in Deadpool 2, released in 2018. Tan was cast by Forest Whitaker to play the lead in the indie drama Sacrifice, marking the start of his film career. Up next, Tan will star in Mortal Kombat 2...
He joins Vince Vaughn, James Marsden, Eiza Gonzalez, Jimmy Tatro and Arturo Castro. Character names and descriptions nor the film’s plot has been revealed.
Deadline first reported in May that 20th Century landed the project following a heated bidding war. Andrew Lazar is producing.
Tan most recently starred as Rusy/Shatterstar in the hit Marvel Studios summer film Deadpool & Wolverine opposite Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. He originally brought the character to life in Deadpool 2, released in 2018. Tan was cast by Forest Whitaker to play the lead in the indie drama Sacrifice, marking the start of his film career. Up next, Tan will star in Mortal Kombat 2...
- 9/23/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
A round up of whose popping up on the Daytime shows today Friday September 2024. Chris Hemsworth pops up on both CBS Mornings and The Drew Barrymore Show, whilst big name actors George Clooney and Vince Vaughn are on Good Morning America. CBS Mornings: Chris Hemsworth, who lends his voice to the new animated movie […]
Around the Daytime Shows: Friday, Sept 20, 2024, Chris Hemsworth, George Clooney...
Around the Daytime Shows: Friday, Sept 20, 2024, Chris Hemsworth, George Clooney...
- 9/20/2024
- by Riley Avery
- MemorableTV
Jennifer Aniston is still considered a heartthrob by many fans of the Friends sitcom that everybody loves dearly. Despite having successful runs on Friends (1994-2004), Ferris Bueller (1990-1991), and Herman’s Head (1991-1994), Aniston found great success in shooting films as well.
However, her most iconic role was Rachel Green on Marta Kauffman and David Crane’s hit 90s sitcom, Friends. Much like Rachel, the 55-year-old also found it very hard to maintain relationships before finding “the one”.
Jennifer Aniston as Rachel Green in Friends | Credits: Warner Bros.
In the television show, Rachel dated multiple guys while trying to figure out her head regarding the dashing Ross Geller (portrayed by David Schwimmer). The story realizes a happy ending, Ross and Rachel fall in love with each other and probably live happily ever after. As much as Aniston’s fans wanted the same for her in real life, it’s been quite the opposite.
However, her most iconic role was Rachel Green on Marta Kauffman and David Crane’s hit 90s sitcom, Friends. Much like Rachel, the 55-year-old also found it very hard to maintain relationships before finding “the one”.
Jennifer Aniston as Rachel Green in Friends | Credits: Warner Bros.
In the television show, Rachel dated multiple guys while trying to figure out her head regarding the dashing Ross Geller (portrayed by David Schwimmer). The story realizes a happy ending, Ross and Rachel fall in love with each other and probably live happily ever after. As much as Aniston’s fans wanted the same for her in real life, it’s been quite the opposite.
- 9/18/2024
- by Rakibul John Rodgers
- FandomWire
Exclusive: Arturo Castro has been cast in the 20th Century feature Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice, a buddy action comedy set in the criminal underworld from writer and director BenDavid Grabinsk.
He joins Vince Vaughn, James Marsden, Eiza Gonzalez and Jimmy Tatro as part of the ensemble playing Tatro’s friend. Character names and descriptions have yet to be revealed.
Deadline first reported in May that 20th Century landed the project following a heated bidding war. Andrew Lazar is producing.
Castro’s breakout role was portraying Jaime in the Comedy Central series Broad City which ran for five seasons. He followed that up with the comedy sketch series Alternatino for Comedy Central which created, executive produced and starred in.
Most recently, he starred in Mark Mylod’s The Menu for Searchlight, produced by Adam McKay; Amazon’s Road House, a remake of the 1989 film opposite Jake Gyllenhaal...
He joins Vince Vaughn, James Marsden, Eiza Gonzalez and Jimmy Tatro as part of the ensemble playing Tatro’s friend. Character names and descriptions have yet to be revealed.
Deadline first reported in May that 20th Century landed the project following a heated bidding war. Andrew Lazar is producing.
Castro’s breakout role was portraying Jaime in the Comedy Central series Broad City which ran for five seasons. He followed that up with the comedy sketch series Alternatino for Comedy Central which created, executive produced and starred in.
Most recently, he starred in Mark Mylod’s The Menu for Searchlight, produced by Adam McKay; Amazon’s Road House, a remake of the 1989 film opposite Jake Gyllenhaal...
- 9/17/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
The upcoming episode of “Good Morning America” is set to be a special one, marking a significant milestone with its 300th episode. Fans can tune in on Friday, September 20, 2024, at 7:00 Am on ABC. This episode promises an exciting lineup featuring some well-known actors.
George Clooney, a beloved figure in Hollywood, will be joining the show. Known for his charm and talent, Clooney is sure to share some interesting stories from his impressive career. His appearances always bring a mix of humor and insight, which many viewers appreciate.
Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, recognized for her captivating performances, will also be on the show. Her unique perspective and experiences in the entertainment industry are expected to add depth to the conversations.
Vince Vaughn, another familiar face, rounds out the guest list. Known for his comedic roles, Vaughn is likely to bring a lighthearted energy to the episode. With such a diverse group of guests,...
George Clooney, a beloved figure in Hollywood, will be joining the show. Known for his charm and talent, Clooney is sure to share some interesting stories from his impressive career. His appearances always bring a mix of humor and insight, which many viewers appreciate.
Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, recognized for her captivating performances, will also be on the show. Her unique perspective and experiences in the entertainment industry are expected to add depth to the conversations.
Vince Vaughn, another familiar face, rounds out the guest list. Known for his comedic roles, Vaughn is likely to bring a lighthearted energy to the episode. With such a diverse group of guests,...
- 9/15/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
As Netflix looks to bolster its live event programming, the streamer is in talks with BuzzFeed Inc. to stream live episodes of “Hot Ones,” TheWrap has learned.
While the negotiations are in the early stages, the scenario being discussed would see Sean Evans host several live episodes of the popular YouTube talk series created specifically for Netflix.
The show, which currently streams on Hulu and Peacock, puts celebrities in the hot seat as they eat increasingly spicy wings while being interviewed by Evans. Notable celebrities who have appeared include Sydney Sweeney, Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Conan O’Brien, Elizabeth Olsen, Jennifer Lawrence, Paul Rudd, Vince Vaughn, Margot Robbie and Ariana Grande.
Netflix and BuzzFeed declined to comment.
The discussions come as Netflix has expanded its line-up of live programming in recent years as part of an effort to scale its ad tier and continue to grow its overall viewership and subscriber base.
While the negotiations are in the early stages, the scenario being discussed would see Sean Evans host several live episodes of the popular YouTube talk series created specifically for Netflix.
The show, which currently streams on Hulu and Peacock, puts celebrities in the hot seat as they eat increasingly spicy wings while being interviewed by Evans. Notable celebrities who have appeared include Sydney Sweeney, Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Conan O’Brien, Elizabeth Olsen, Jennifer Lawrence, Paul Rudd, Vince Vaughn, Margot Robbie and Ariana Grande.
Netflix and BuzzFeed declined to comment.
The discussions come as Netflix has expanded its line-up of live programming in recent years as part of an effort to scale its ad tier and continue to grow its overall viewership and subscriber base.
- 9/13/2024
- by Loree Seitz, Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
Netflix is looking to heat up its live television slate.
The streamer is in talks with BuzzFeed to air live versions of “Hot Ones,” the popular YouTube talk series hosted by Sean Evans that puts celebrities in the hot seat by forcing them to answer questions while eating increasingly spicy chicken wings, a source confirms to Variety.
While no deals are yet in place, Netflix is interested in Evans hosting several live episodes of “Hot Ones” created specifically for Netflix. A source emphasizes that the negotiations are in early stages.
BuzzFeed declined to comment. Netflix did not immediately respond to Variety‘s request for comment.
“Hot Ones,” which is not only one of YouTube’s most-watched programs but has also become a popular stop on celebrity press tours, has courted A-listers from Jennifer Lawrence to Paul Rudd to Margot Robbie. Recent episodes featured Vince Vaughn, Ariana Grande, Childish Gambino, Will Smith...
The streamer is in talks with BuzzFeed to air live versions of “Hot Ones,” the popular YouTube talk series hosted by Sean Evans that puts celebrities in the hot seat by forcing them to answer questions while eating increasingly spicy chicken wings, a source confirms to Variety.
While no deals are yet in place, Netflix is interested in Evans hosting several live episodes of “Hot Ones” created specifically for Netflix. A source emphasizes that the negotiations are in early stages.
BuzzFeed declined to comment. Netflix did not immediately respond to Variety‘s request for comment.
“Hot Ones,” which is not only one of YouTube’s most-watched programs but has also become a popular stop on celebrity press tours, has courted A-listers from Jennifer Lawrence to Paul Rudd to Margot Robbie. Recent episodes featured Vince Vaughn, Ariana Grande, Childish Gambino, Will Smith...
- 9/13/2024
- by Ethan Shanfeld
- Variety Film + TV
‘Bad Monkey’ just premiered on Apple TV+ and it is already sparking conversation about the show being promising and it potentially being Vince Vaughn’s best performance to date. The novel Set in the Florida Keys, ‘Bad Monkey’ is based on a novel by America's finest satirical novelist, Carl Hiaasen, who made sure to target everything from environmental destruction to political corruption in this 400 page novel. The first episode seems to be following not only the plot line but also patterns from the book. Much like the novel, the series uses dark humor and absurd situations to critique numerous aspects of society. In this dark comedy crime series we follow Andrew Yancy (Vince Vaughn), a former Miami detective turned restaurant inspector, who finds himself caught in a rather bizarre case that weirdly includes a bad-tempered monkey. Things to do: Subscribe to The Hollywood Insider’s YouTube Channel, by clicking here.
- 9/12/2024
- by Julia Maia
- Hollywood Insider - Substance & Meaningful Entertainment
Bad Monkey Episode 6 showcases an impressive collection of stars ranging from Wedding Crashers' Vince Vaughn to Deadpool & Wolverine's Rob Delaney.
The new Apple TV+ series is past its midway point and Episode 6 continues its legal thriller plot as it pushes Andrew Yancy (Vaughn) to the brink while seeking help from his best friend, Rogelio (John Ortiz).
Elsewhere, the Dragon Queen (Jodie Turner-Smith) risks it all to have a face-to-face confrontation with Nick (Delaney) and Eve (Meredith Hagner).
Read full article on The Direct.
The new Apple TV+ series is past its midway point and Episode 6 continues its legal thriller plot as it pushes Andrew Yancy (Vaughn) to the brink while seeking help from his best friend, Rogelio (John Ortiz).
Elsewhere, the Dragon Queen (Jodie Turner-Smith) risks it all to have a face-to-face confrontation with Nick (Delaney) and Eve (Meredith Hagner).
Read full article on The Direct.
- 9/12/2024
- by Aeron Mer Eclarinal
- The Direct
TheWrap can exclusively reveal that Emily Hampshire is joining “Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice,” the high-concept action movie from writer/director BenDavid Grabinski.
She will star alongside the already-announced Vince Vaughn, James Marsden, Eiza González, Jimmy Tatro and Keith David.
The movie is a buddy action-comedy set in the criminal underworld; Hampshire will play a crooked cop.
The actress is perhaps best known from her work on “Schitt’s Creek,” the critically acclaimed comedy that ran for 80 episodes between 2015 and 2020. Hampshire has also appeared in David Cronenberg’s “Cosmopolis” and, earlier this year, “Humane” for David’s daughter Caitlin Cronenberg. She also starred in the “12 Monkeys” television series and the British supernatural series “The Rig” for Prime Video.
Principal photography on “Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice” started in Winnipeg earlier this month. The movie is produced by Andrew Lazar for 20th Century Studios, with Larry Fong serving as cinematographer.
She will star alongside the already-announced Vince Vaughn, James Marsden, Eiza González, Jimmy Tatro and Keith David.
The movie is a buddy action-comedy set in the criminal underworld; Hampshire will play a crooked cop.
The actress is perhaps best known from her work on “Schitt’s Creek,” the critically acclaimed comedy that ran for 80 episodes between 2015 and 2020. Hampshire has also appeared in David Cronenberg’s “Cosmopolis” and, earlier this year, “Humane” for David’s daughter Caitlin Cronenberg. She also starred in the “12 Monkeys” television series and the British supernatural series “The Rig” for Prime Video.
Principal photography on “Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice” started in Winnipeg earlier this month. The movie is produced by Andrew Lazar for 20th Century Studios, with Larry Fong serving as cinematographer.
- 9/10/2024
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
Robin Roberts wowed her Good Morning America co-stars and viewers as she bravely endured a scoring hot live segment.
She endured taunts from Michael Strahan and others in the studio while enduring a special edition of Hot Ones.
During the event, host Sean Evans informed Robin she had set a record due to the early morning participation in the show featuring increasingly hotter wings.
She answered interview questions while sampling four hot wings, including one that is part of the famous “last dab” and includes an extra dab of hot sauce.
Following the live television segment, many individuals praised the GMA anchor, and the host even dropped by to react to Robin’s participation.
However, as Robin shared, the aftermath of her braving the live edition of Hot Ones for GMA involved some rough consequences later.
Robin shares what ‘No one tells you’ about Hot Ones
“I’m not scared,...
She endured taunts from Michael Strahan and others in the studio while enduring a special edition of Hot Ones.
During the event, host Sean Evans informed Robin she had set a record due to the early morning participation in the show featuring increasingly hotter wings.
She answered interview questions while sampling four hot wings, including one that is part of the famous “last dab” and includes an extra dab of hot sauce.
Following the live television segment, many individuals praised the GMA anchor, and the host even dropped by to react to Robin’s participation.
However, as Robin shared, the aftermath of her braving the live edition of Hot Ones for GMA involved some rough consequences later.
Robin shares what ‘No one tells you’ about Hot Ones
“I’m not scared,...
- 9/8/2024
- by Matt Couden
- Monsters and Critics
International Insider: Splashy Week At The Lido; TV Oscar Consideration; Anonymous Content Deep Dive
Afternoon Insiders, here we are once again, another week and another busy one in the world of international film and TV. Sign up to the newsletter here. Or read on.
Splashy Last Week On The Lido
Uncharacteristically buzzy: The Venice Film Festival ends tomorrow after an uncharacteristically buzzy second week. The festival is usually front-loaded, with the splashiest titles playing early. This year, however, Alberto Barbera, who dished to Andreas, said the lengthy runtimes of some competition titles meant the spoils had to spread across both weeks. Enter Brady Corbet’s 215-minute post-wwii epic The Brutalist, starring Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce, Joe Alwyn, Stacy Martin, Raffey Cassidy, Emma Laird, Isaach De Bankolé and Alessandro Nivola. The pic was well received, landing a 13-minute ovation from the Sala Grande audience. Pedro Almodóvar launched his English-language debut The Room Next Door with his leading ladies Tilda Swinton and Julianne Moore.
Splashy Last Week On The Lido
Uncharacteristically buzzy: The Venice Film Festival ends tomorrow after an uncharacteristically buzzy second week. The festival is usually front-loaded, with the splashiest titles playing early. This year, however, Alberto Barbera, who dished to Andreas, said the lengthy runtimes of some competition titles meant the spoils had to spread across both weeks. Enter Brady Corbet’s 215-minute post-wwii epic The Brutalist, starring Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce, Joe Alwyn, Stacy Martin, Raffey Cassidy, Emma Laird, Isaach De Bankolé and Alessandro Nivola. The pic was well received, landing a 13-minute ovation from the Sala Grande audience. Pedro Almodóvar launched his English-language debut The Room Next Door with his leading ladies Tilda Swinton and Julianne Moore.
- 9/6/2024
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
[Warning: The below contains Major spoilers for Bad Monkey Season 1, Episode 5, “That Damn Arm Is Back.”] Bad Monkey continues to raise the stakes as Andrew Yancy (Vince Vaughn) and medical examiner Rosa (Natalie Martinez) become more ensnared in Nick Stripling’s (Rob Delaney) disappearance. After leaving his phone behind in an attempted murder of Yancy, Nick believes he and his wife Eve (Meredith Hagner) are on the road to freedom, but with Rosa’s help, Yancy is hot on the fugitive couple’s trail by the end of the latest episode, “That Damn Arm Is Back.” Seeking ways to unlock the phone, Yancy and Rosa take their budding relationship to the next level by hiding out at her family’s house, giving viewers and Yancy a closer look at Rosa’s life. As she continues to put her life on the line for his unsupported investigation into Nick Stripling, Rosa’s limits are tested as she conveys...
- 9/5/2024
- TV Insider
Fans got an update on a potential Season 2 of the Apple TV+ streaming series Bad Monkey.
The comedy, which stars funnyman Vince Vaughn in the lead role, is in the midst of its first season run.
The show is based on Carl Hiaasen's 2013 novel of the same name. It works through a tale of a down-and-out cop who, after discovering a grizzly piece of evidence while working his new beat as a food health and safety inspector, is pulled back into the world of high-stakes crime.
Read full article on The Direct.
The comedy, which stars funnyman Vince Vaughn in the lead role, is in the midst of its first season run.
The show is based on Carl Hiaasen's 2013 novel of the same name. It works through a tale of a down-and-out cop who, after discovering a grizzly piece of evidence while working his new beat as a food health and safety inspector, is pulled back into the world of high-stakes crime.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 9/5/2024
- by Klein Felt
- The Direct
Guess which well-known actor is about to make his Netflix debut soon? Well, it's none other than Vince Vaughn, an actor known for starring in many comedy flicks. And guess what? The new Netflix movie he's set to star in is a comedy movie as well. It's titled Nonnas, and we're about to tell you everything there is to know about it down below.
After a competitive bidding war, Netflix came out securing the worldwide rights to the comedy film. The streamer reportedly paid $20 million+ for the rights. The movie was initially going to be part of the Toronto International Film Festival, but with Netflix snagging the rights, it will be released on its platform instead in 2025.
Nonnas is based on a true story. It was written by Liz Maccie and directed by Stephen Chbosky. Gigi Pritzker and Rachel Shane produce for Madison Wells and Jack Turner for Matador Content.
After a competitive bidding war, Netflix came out securing the worldwide rights to the comedy film. The streamer reportedly paid $20 million+ for the rights. The movie was initially going to be part of the Toronto International Film Festival, but with Netflix snagging the rights, it will be released on its platform instead in 2025.
Nonnas is based on a true story. It was written by Liz Maccie and directed by Stephen Chbosky. Gigi Pritzker and Rachel Shane produce for Madison Wells and Jack Turner for Matador Content.
- 9/4/2024
- by Crystal George
- Netflix Life
Netflix has picked up director Stephen Chbosky’s feature comedy Nonnas, which stars Vince Vaughn, Susan Sarandon, Lorraine Bracco, Talia Shire and Brenda Vaccaro.
The feature portrays a man after the loss of his mother opening up an Italian restaurant with a group of local grandmothers as chefs.
Chbosky wrote the screenplay for Disney’s live action Beauty and the Beast and the film adaptation of R.J. Palacio’s Wonder, and directed the screen adaptation of Dear Evan Hansen and penned and directed the film adaptation of The Perks of Being a Wallflower, the acclaimed 2012 teen drama that starred Logan Lerman, Emma Watson and Ezra Miller.
Rounding out the ensemble cast for Nonnas are Linda Cardellini, Drea De Matteo, Joe Manganiello, Michael Rispoli and Campbell Scott. The film is written by Liz Maccie and produced by Gigi Pritzker and Rachel Shane for Madison Wells and Jack Turner for Boat Rocker’s Matador Content.
The feature portrays a man after the loss of his mother opening up an Italian restaurant with a group of local grandmothers as chefs.
Chbosky wrote the screenplay for Disney’s live action Beauty and the Beast and the film adaptation of R.J. Palacio’s Wonder, and directed the screen adaptation of Dear Evan Hansen and penned and directed the film adaptation of The Perks of Being a Wallflower, the acclaimed 2012 teen drama that starred Logan Lerman, Emma Watson and Ezra Miller.
Rounding out the ensemble cast for Nonnas are Linda Cardellini, Drea De Matteo, Joe Manganiello, Michael Rispoli and Campbell Scott. The film is written by Liz Maccie and produced by Gigi Pritzker and Rachel Shane for Madison Wells and Jack Turner for Boat Rocker’s Matador Content.
- 9/4/2024
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Fresh off the announcement of their forthcoming live album, Live Drugs Again, The War on Drugs have dropped a new cover of Tom Petty’s “You Wreck Me.” Stream their version of the song below.
The War on Drugs’ take on “You Wreck Me” comes via the new Vince Vaughn-starring Apple TV+ series Bad Monkey. The soundtrack for the show boasts a host of Petty covers, including interpretations from Eddie Vedder (“Room at the Top”), Jason Isbel, Kurt Vile, Sharon Van Etten, Weezer, and more.
Get The War on Drugs Tickets Here
The band’s cover of the Wildflowers cut plays it pretty darn faithfully. The performances are jangly and frontman Adam Granduciel’s lead vocals even sound a bit like Petty himself. Listen for yourself below.
Earlier today (September 4th), The War on Drugs announced Live Drugs Again, their follow-up to 2020’s Live Drugs. To accompany the announcement,...
The War on Drugs’ take on “You Wreck Me” comes via the new Vince Vaughn-starring Apple TV+ series Bad Monkey. The soundtrack for the show boasts a host of Petty covers, including interpretations from Eddie Vedder (“Room at the Top”), Jason Isbel, Kurt Vile, Sharon Van Etten, Weezer, and more.
Get The War on Drugs Tickets Here
The band’s cover of the Wildflowers cut plays it pretty darn faithfully. The performances are jangly and frontman Adam Granduciel’s lead vocals even sound a bit like Petty himself. Listen for yourself below.
Earlier today (September 4th), The War on Drugs announced Live Drugs Again, their follow-up to 2020’s Live Drugs. To accompany the announcement,...
- 9/4/2024
- by Jonah Krueger
- Consequence - Music
Exclusive: Netflix has won an auction for the Stephen Chbosky-directed comedy Nonnas in a deal Deadline hears is $20 million-plus for worldwide rights. Several bidders were in the mix on a film that had been invited to be part of the Toronto International Film Festival slate. That has changed and the film won’t make the trip. Netflix will release the film globally in 2025.
Scripted by Liz Maccie, and based on a true story, Nonnas stars Vince Vaughn, Susan Sarandon, Lorraine Bracco, Talia Shire, Brenda Vaccaro, Linda Cardellini, Drea De Matteo, Joe Manganiello, Michael Rispoli, and Campbell Scott.
Vaughn plays Joe, a single man in a dead-end job whose mother has spoiled him with her cooking. When she dies, he tries to pull himself out of grief mode by risking everything to open an Italian restaurants and honor his mother. He enlists a group of Italian grandmothers, who feed his love for home cooking, and they become surrogate moms. Chbosky has a knack for this kind of material, directing Wonder and The Perks of Being a Wallflower among others.
Nonnas is produced by Gigi Pritzker and Rachel Shane for Madison Wells, and Jack Turner for Matador Content. The exec producers are Alexis Garcia, Scott Budnick and Ameet Shukla for 1Community, Vince Vaughn, Jay Peterson and Todd Lubin for Matador Content, Amanda Morgan Palmer and Stacy Calabrese for Madison Wells.
Related: The 7 Best Vince Vaughn Movies To Stream From ‘The Break-Up’ To ‘Swingers’
Netflix confirmed the deal, and offered reaction from Nonnas‘ filmmaking team:
Gigi Pritzker, whose Madison Wells originated the film, said she was “delighted that Nonnas has found a great home at Netflix, where it will be widely seen and enjoyed. The film focuses on family, food and community, and in this turbulent time those are things we can all celebrate.”
Said Fifth Season Head of Film Christopher Slager: “Once again Stephen Chbosky has brought magic to the screen in this heartfelt and joyous film. We cannot wait for audiences everywhere to sit down at the table with us and share this fantastic film thanks to our partners at Netflix.”
Scott Budnick, 1Community Executive Producer added that “Nonnas is a celebration of family – the ones you’re born into and the ones you create. We are thrilled to bring this family to Netflix.”
Related: Jimmy Tatro Joins Vince Vaughn In 20th Century’s ‘Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice’
The deal was brokered by WME Independent and Fifth Season, latter of which was the studio on the film. It marks the third deal in the run-up to a Toronto Festival that is chock full of acquisition titles, including some titles that played Telluride. This after the Dito Montiel-directed Riff Raff was acquired for US by Roadside Attractions, and Sony Pictures Classics acquired Jane Austen Wrecked My Life before its TIFF premiere.
The available titles that buyers saw at Telluride include September 5, about how ABC Sports team broadcasting the 1972 Olympics in Munich, German rose to the moment and covered the kidnap and massacre of 11 members of the Israeli team in real time. The twists and turns and split-second decisions they made under Roone Arledge make for a harrowing thriller. Also in that mix is The Friend. In that film, Bill Murray plays an acclaimed writer whose companion is a Great Dane named Apollo. When he dies, the dog is adopted by one of the writer’s protegees (Naomi Watts) who tries to stash the oversized high-maintenance pooch in her Manhattan rent-controlled apartment, which has a firm no dogs allowed policy. Scott McGehee and David Siegel direct a film that was one of the buzz titles of Tellurides.
While recent TIFF deal making has been slow going each year since the pandemic, the abundance of plum titles with strong casts, and an expected buyer appetite could portend a strong atmosphere for deals. TIFF begins tomorrow night.
Related: ‘Dodgeball’ Sequel In Works At 20th With Vince Vaughn Returning; Jordan VanDina To Write The Script...
Scripted by Liz Maccie, and based on a true story, Nonnas stars Vince Vaughn, Susan Sarandon, Lorraine Bracco, Talia Shire, Brenda Vaccaro, Linda Cardellini, Drea De Matteo, Joe Manganiello, Michael Rispoli, and Campbell Scott.
Vaughn plays Joe, a single man in a dead-end job whose mother has spoiled him with her cooking. When she dies, he tries to pull himself out of grief mode by risking everything to open an Italian restaurants and honor his mother. He enlists a group of Italian grandmothers, who feed his love for home cooking, and they become surrogate moms. Chbosky has a knack for this kind of material, directing Wonder and The Perks of Being a Wallflower among others.
Nonnas is produced by Gigi Pritzker and Rachel Shane for Madison Wells, and Jack Turner for Matador Content. The exec producers are Alexis Garcia, Scott Budnick and Ameet Shukla for 1Community, Vince Vaughn, Jay Peterson and Todd Lubin for Matador Content, Amanda Morgan Palmer and Stacy Calabrese for Madison Wells.
Related: The 7 Best Vince Vaughn Movies To Stream From ‘The Break-Up’ To ‘Swingers’
Netflix confirmed the deal, and offered reaction from Nonnas‘ filmmaking team:
Gigi Pritzker, whose Madison Wells originated the film, said she was “delighted that Nonnas has found a great home at Netflix, where it will be widely seen and enjoyed. The film focuses on family, food and community, and in this turbulent time those are things we can all celebrate.”
Said Fifth Season Head of Film Christopher Slager: “Once again Stephen Chbosky has brought magic to the screen in this heartfelt and joyous film. We cannot wait for audiences everywhere to sit down at the table with us and share this fantastic film thanks to our partners at Netflix.”
Scott Budnick, 1Community Executive Producer added that “Nonnas is a celebration of family – the ones you’re born into and the ones you create. We are thrilled to bring this family to Netflix.”
Related: Jimmy Tatro Joins Vince Vaughn In 20th Century’s ‘Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice’
The deal was brokered by WME Independent and Fifth Season, latter of which was the studio on the film. It marks the third deal in the run-up to a Toronto Festival that is chock full of acquisition titles, including some titles that played Telluride. This after the Dito Montiel-directed Riff Raff was acquired for US by Roadside Attractions, and Sony Pictures Classics acquired Jane Austen Wrecked My Life before its TIFF premiere.
The available titles that buyers saw at Telluride include September 5, about how ABC Sports team broadcasting the 1972 Olympics in Munich, German rose to the moment and covered the kidnap and massacre of 11 members of the Israeli team in real time. The twists and turns and split-second decisions they made under Roone Arledge make for a harrowing thriller. Also in that mix is The Friend. In that film, Bill Murray plays an acclaimed writer whose companion is a Great Dane named Apollo. When he dies, the dog is adopted by one of the writer’s protegees (Naomi Watts) who tries to stash the oversized high-maintenance pooch in her Manhattan rent-controlled apartment, which has a firm no dogs allowed policy. Scott McGehee and David Siegel direct a film that was one of the buzz titles of Tellurides.
While recent TIFF deal making has been slow going each year since the pandemic, the abundance of plum titles with strong casts, and an expected buyer appetite could portend a strong atmosphere for deals. TIFF begins tomorrow night.
Related: ‘Dodgeball’ Sequel In Works At 20th With Vince Vaughn Returning; Jordan VanDina To Write The Script...
- 9/4/2024
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
One of the best shows on television returns for its fourth season this week. Apple TV+ debuts the latest installment of “Slow Horses” on Wednesday, Sept. 4. The British spy dramedy centers on a motley group of outcast MI5 agents who are shuffled off to a dingy London outpost known as Slough House. Based on the novels by Mick Herron, the series is led by Oscar-winner Gary Oldman as the slovenly and flatulent — but brilliant — Jackson Lamb. You can stream the first episode of “Slow Horses” Season 4 starting at 12:01 a.m. Et on Wednesday with a 7-Day Free Trial of Apple TV+.
How to Watch ‘Slow Horses’ Season 4 When: Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024 at 12:01 a.m. Et Where: Apple TV+ Stream: Watch with a 7-Day Free Trial of Apple TV+. 7-Day Free Trial $9.99+ / month apple.com About ‘Slow Horses’ Season 4
Through the first three seasons of “Slow Horses,” we have seen Jackson Lamb,...
How to Watch ‘Slow Horses’ Season 4 When: Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024 at 12:01 a.m. Et Where: Apple TV+ Stream: Watch with a 7-Day Free Trial of Apple TV+. 7-Day Free Trial $9.99+ / month apple.com About ‘Slow Horses’ Season 4
Through the first three seasons of “Slow Horses,” we have seen Jackson Lamb,...
- 9/4/2024
- by Matt Tamanini
- The Streamable
Well, that was another riveting episode of “the only point of this title is to connect to the source material,” wasn’t it?
In all seriousness, the monkey is getting further away from being relevant.
However, it is worth noting that the primate who plays Driggs is quite the acting talent.
(Courtesy of Apple TV+)
Still, that’s no excuse for calling a show Bad Monkey when the titular character is only ever around to eat grapes and display how easily he can be picked up.
Then again, the absurdity of the show’s title matches the chill and casual vibes of the series.
But as fun as Bad Monkey is, that doesn’t excuse its somewhat uneven storytelling.
After A Chaotic Start, Bad Monkey Is Shaping Into A Story With Substance And Stamina.
Some shows can have a million different plates spinning in the air without any risk of falling.
In all seriousness, the monkey is getting further away from being relevant.
However, it is worth noting that the primate who plays Driggs is quite the acting talent.
(Courtesy of Apple TV+)
Still, that’s no excuse for calling a show Bad Monkey when the titular character is only ever around to eat grapes and display how easily he can be picked up.
Then again, the absurdity of the show’s title matches the chill and casual vibes of the series.
But as fun as Bad Monkey is, that doesn’t excuse its somewhat uneven storytelling.
After A Chaotic Start, Bad Monkey Is Shaping Into A Story With Substance And Stamina.
Some shows can have a million different plates spinning in the air without any risk of falling.
- 9/4/2024
- by Joshua Pleming
- TVfanatic
Steve Buscemi is many things to many people. To cinephiles, he's Garland Greene, the Marietta Mangler. To New Yorkers, a volunteer firefighter was once arrested in protest of the shuddering of several firehouses. And to the dinner crowd at Bubba's Fish Market in south Dublin, he's a hero.
While visiting Ireland,...
While visiting Ireland,...
- 9/3/2024
- by Matt Schimkowitz
- avclub.com
Is Jennifer Aniston having second thoughts about her ex-husband, Justin Theroux? As per Star Magazine , this seems to be the case.
A source recently told the celebrity gossip magazine that the Friends star misses her ex-hubby and has realized how good they were together. The source went on to say that they’d have fun together and laugh, noting “no one” would be surprised if their romance were to be reignited at some point.
Jennifer Aniston & Justin Theroux –“Speak Often”
The source went on to tell Star that Aniston and Theroux “speak often”. In fact, he’s someone Aniston knows she can lean on.
According to the report, the exes have been seen grabbing dinner together with other friends, and have celebrated past holidays together, like Thanksgiving.
The two began dating in 2011, got hitched in 2015, and eventually divorced in 2018. It has been alleged that the reason behind their split was long distance and busy careers.
A source recently told the celebrity gossip magazine that the Friends star misses her ex-hubby and has realized how good they were together. The source went on to say that they’d have fun together and laugh, noting “no one” would be surprised if their romance were to be reignited at some point.
Jennifer Aniston & Justin Theroux –“Speak Often”
The source went on to tell Star that Aniston and Theroux “speak often”. In fact, he’s someone Aniston knows she can lean on.
According to the report, the exes have been seen grabbing dinner together with other friends, and have celebrated past holidays together, like Thanksgiving.
The two began dating in 2011, got hitched in 2015, and eventually divorced in 2018. It has been alleged that the reason behind their split was long distance and busy careers.
- 8/31/2024
- by Dorathy Gass
- Celebrating The Soaps
Friends can easily be among the top three on any sitcom lover’s watch list. From the cast’s iconic dialogues to witty yet hilarious storylines, the show managed to maintain the same quality throughout the years. This was not an easy task, given how things can easily go wrong when a sitcom has been running for 12 long seasons.
Not only the quality, but the sitcom also brought some exceptionally talented actors to the forefront. Among them, David Schwimmer was the most well-known due to his previous projects, while others were relatively unknown.
Elliott Gould and Christina Pickles in Friends || Credits: NBC
But amid all the uncertainty surrounding the sitcom, Christina Pickles, who played Ross’ mom Judy, was almost certain that Jennifer Aniston would be a big star.
Christina Pickles Detailed Why She Thought Jennifer Aniston Would Be Famous Jennifer Aniston as Rachel Green on Friends || Credits: NBC
The Emmy...
Not only the quality, but the sitcom also brought some exceptionally talented actors to the forefront. Among them, David Schwimmer was the most well-known due to his previous projects, while others were relatively unknown.
Elliott Gould and Christina Pickles in Friends || Credits: NBC
But amid all the uncertainty surrounding the sitcom, Christina Pickles, who played Ross’ mom Judy, was almost certain that Jennifer Aniston would be a big star.
Christina Pickles Detailed Why She Thought Jennifer Aniston Would Be Famous Jennifer Aniston as Rachel Green on Friends || Credits: NBC
The Emmy...
- 8/31/2024
- by Sakshi Singh
- FandomWire
Zach Braff and John Ortiz join the cast of Bad Monkey in a flashback-centric Episode 4.
Bad Monkey revolves around the story of a former police detective named Andrew Yancy (Vince Vaughn) who unexpectedly dives deep into a world filled with corruption after being reassigned to become a restaurant inspector.
Episode 3 ended with a shocking revelation that murder victim Nick Stripling and a private developer named Christopher are the same person. The latest installment delves into Nick's past and how it factors into the current events.
Read full article on The Direct.
Bad Monkey revolves around the story of a former police detective named Andrew Yancy (Vince Vaughn) who unexpectedly dives deep into a world filled with corruption after being reassigned to become a restaurant inspector.
Episode 3 ended with a shocking revelation that murder victim Nick Stripling and a private developer named Christopher are the same person. The latest installment delves into Nick's past and how it factors into the current events.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 8/29/2024
- by Aeron Mer Eclarinal
- The Direct
Apple TV+ really is an underrated streamer. I feel like the platform has a lot to offer, but sometimes it's difficult to compete with the bigger companies like Netflix and Max. They kind of dominate the playing field. But, that doesn't mean you're not going to find great content on Apple TV+ like Shrinking.
And that's why you're here, right? You've watched the comedy-drama, liked it, and now would like something else to fill your time as we await Shrinking season 2. Well, it won't be long now! The second season premieres Oct. 16. But, it is still a while which means you have plenty of time to start watching something new! Here's 5 good Apple TV+ shows like Shrinking to check out now.
Trying
Shrinking is focused on one of the biggest challenges life might throw at you, and that's losing a spouse when it comes to Jimmy and a parent when...
And that's why you're here, right? You've watched the comedy-drama, liked it, and now would like something else to fill your time as we await Shrinking season 2. Well, it won't be long now! The second season premieres Oct. 16. But, it is still a while which means you have plenty of time to start watching something new! Here's 5 good Apple TV+ shows like Shrinking to check out now.
Trying
Shrinking is focused on one of the biggest challenges life might throw at you, and that's losing a spouse when it comes to Jimmy and a parent when...
- 8/28/2024
- by Aysha Ashley Househ
- ShowSnob
It’s all about Eve on the latest episode of Miami Vice, I mean Bad Monkey.
An excellent storytelling tool is when a series, film, or whatever pokes fun at its plot.
It’s an effective way to relate to the audience and turn a lackluster part into something better than it previously was.
(Courtesy of Apple TV+)
The main thing to remember, though, is that the viewers should be aware of the poking, whereas with Bad Monkey, it isn’t clear if the show takes itself seriously or not.
For a series that feels like nothing is ever really happening, the writers have managed to create a thrilling and funny series that strolls through the plot like a morning walk down the beach.
From The Good Wife to Elsbeth: Nine Actors Who Would Make Excellent Guest Stars, aka Killers!by Joshua Pleming The Ark Season 2 Episode 7 Review: It...
An excellent storytelling tool is when a series, film, or whatever pokes fun at its plot.
It’s an effective way to relate to the audience and turn a lackluster part into something better than it previously was.
(Courtesy of Apple TV+)
The main thing to remember, though, is that the viewers should be aware of the poking, whereas with Bad Monkey, it isn’t clear if the show takes itself seriously or not.
For a series that feels like nothing is ever really happening, the writers have managed to create a thrilling and funny series that strolls through the plot like a morning walk down the beach.
From The Good Wife to Elsbeth: Nine Actors Who Would Make Excellent Guest Stars, aka Killers!by Joshua Pleming The Ark Season 2 Episode 7 Review: It...
- 8/28/2024
- by Joshua Pleming
- TVfanatic
[Warning: The below contains Major spoilers for Bad Monkey Season 1, Episodes 1-3.] Bad Monkey may still be unfolding its current season on Apple TV+, but we’re already beginning to wonder if the Vince Vaughn-led dramedy from Ted Lasso co-creator Bill Lawrence will carry on for a second season. While that may be a question that puts the cart before the horse, Bad Monkey‘s source material hints at the possibility of a continuation. Based on Carl Hiaasen’s bestselling novel of the same name, the cult favorite has been adapted for the screen this season, but Andrew Yancy (Vaughn) appears in another novel of Hiaasen’s titled Razor Girl. Apple TV+ Bad Monkey tells the story of Andrew Yancy who has been bounced from the Miami Police Department to work as a health inspector in the Florida Keys. When he stumbles upon a case that begins with a severed arm being pulled from the ocean,...
- 8/27/2024
- TV Insider
I don’t know about you, but I did not see this coming! Bad Monkey is once again the most-watched series on streaming. This is the second week in a row the Apple TV+ mystery comedy claims the top spot. What else made the list? Read on to find out if you are streaming one of the most-watched shows of the week.
Don’t get me wrong, Bad Monkey is a great series, I’m truly a fan! If you’re not watching the Vince Vaughn drama on Apple TV+, you’re missing out! The reason I'm surprised to see it on the top 10 is that I didn’t think enough people were watching for it to rank at No. 1. I’m happy for it! This has been a great year to be an Apple TV+ subscriber.
Presumed Innocent, another Apple TV+ series, is also on the top 10, and has been for numerous weeks!
Don’t get me wrong, Bad Monkey is a great series, I’m truly a fan! If you’re not watching the Vince Vaughn drama on Apple TV+, you’re missing out! The reason I'm surprised to see it on the top 10 is that I didn’t think enough people were watching for it to rank at No. 1. I’m happy for it! This has been a great year to be an Apple TV+ subscriber.
Presumed Innocent, another Apple TV+ series, is also on the top 10, and has been for numerous weeks!
- 8/27/2024
- by Sandy C.
- ShowSnob
High school has been a reliable TV sitcom setting since the days of Welcome Back, Kotter, but the situation in American schools is so fraught these days, it’s not exactly a laugh riot. FX’s English Teacher, though — premiering Monday, Sept. 2 at 10/9c; I’ve seen the first three episodes — bravely wades into those choppy waters and finds plenty of laughs there by taking a refreshingly frank look at our current educational system. It’s one of the funniest new shows of the year, and it’s a triumph for star and series creator Brian Jordan Alvarez, who announces...
- 8/26/2024
- by Dave Nemetz
- TVLine.com
“American Murder: Laci Peterson” was the most-watched streaming original series in the U.S. Aug. 16-22, which marked its first full week of availability, per Luminate. That’s up from fifth place with 255.3 million minutes watched the week before, though the docuseries was only available for two days during that window.
Interestingly, the title at the bottom of the TV chart covered the same subject. Peacock’s “Face to Face With Scott Peterson” debuted in 10th place with 147.5 million minutes watched in its first three days of streaming.
"Emily in Paris" returned to Netflix for its fourth season, which landed it a second place debut with 843.6 million minutes watched in its first full week of availability. The dramedy is a consistent performer for Netflix that can be expected to linger on viewership charts even longer this season, as only five episodes were made available with the initial drop. The final...
Interestingly, the title at the bottom of the TV chart covered the same subject. Peacock’s “Face to Face With Scott Peterson” debuted in 10th place with 147.5 million minutes watched in its first three days of streaming.
"Emily in Paris" returned to Netflix for its fourth season, which landed it a second place debut with 843.6 million minutes watched in its first full week of availability. The dramedy is a consistent performer for Netflix that can be expected to linger on viewership charts even longer this season, as only five episodes were made available with the initial drop. The final...
- 8/26/2024
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
Let it be said that every offbeat crime series should begin with the discovery of a severed limb. Vince Vaughn has proven time and again his ability to transition from the snark that defined many an early role into a career that’s allowed him to stretch his less-humorous chops via dour turns on the worst-received season of “True Detective” to some aggression in “Brawl in Cell Block 99.” “Bad Monkey,” the latest from Apple TV+ prodigy Bill Lawrence and based on a book by Carl Hiaasen, sees Vaughn ease back into a character no one else but he could inhabit, surrounded by a show unsure of what it’s trying to accomplish.
Continue reading ‘Bad Monkey’ Review: Vince Vaughn Does The Heavy Lifting On This Unusual Apple TV+ Crime Outing at The Playlist.
Continue reading ‘Bad Monkey’ Review: Vince Vaughn Does The Heavy Lifting On This Unusual Apple TV+ Crime Outing at The Playlist.
- 8/26/2024
- by Brian Farvour
- The Playlist
Unless you’ve been living on a secluded island or Amish country, adaptations of novels to screen is not a new concept to you.
It’s become one of the most common formulas for creating movies and TV shows.
From Netflix to Amazon, everyone wants a piece of the action.
(Courtesy of Apple TV+)
While not every project is a knockout, audiences have seen some successful franchises flourish from this method.
Just off the top of my head are the Harry Potter movies, Twilight, Hunger Games, 50 Shades of Grey, and even the Bridget Jones movies.
And it’s not just the big screen. TV saw the opportunity and jumped on board with shows like The Vampire Diaries, Game of Thrones, Percy Jackson, and The Witcher.
The Ark Season 2 Episode 7 Exclusive Sneak Peek: What Did You Do?!by Joshua Pleming Sunny Season 1 Episode 9 Exclusive Sneak Peek: Hunger And Loneliness Are...
It’s become one of the most common formulas for creating movies and TV shows.
From Netflix to Amazon, everyone wants a piece of the action.
(Courtesy of Apple TV+)
While not every project is a knockout, audiences have seen some successful franchises flourish from this method.
Just off the top of my head are the Harry Potter movies, Twilight, Hunger Games, 50 Shades of Grey, and even the Bridget Jones movies.
And it’s not just the big screen. TV saw the opportunity and jumped on board with shows like The Vampire Diaries, Game of Thrones, Percy Jackson, and The Witcher.
The Ark Season 2 Episode 7 Exclusive Sneak Peek: What Did You Do?!by Joshua Pleming Sunny Season 1 Episode 9 Exclusive Sneak Peek: Hunger And Loneliness Are...
- 8/26/2024
- by Joshua Pleming
- TVfanatic
Jennifer Aniston is one of the Hollywood starlets who got their breakthrough in the 90s. The actress’ career-defining role in Friends made her a household name in that era. While predominantly starring in comedies and rom-coms, Aniston also showed her incredible dramatic chops in projects like The Good Girl, Friends With Money, and The Morning Show.
Jennifer Aniston as Justine Last in The Good Girl | Credits: Fox Searchlight Pictures
In addition to entertaining audiences with her projects, the Friends star has always maintained a kind and fun vibe during interviews. The actress found herself in a potentially awkward situation during one interview. Her classy and humorous way of dealing with the tricky situation made the interviewer comfortable and avoided a PR nightmare.
Jennifer Aniston’s Way Of Handling A Wardrobe Malfunction With Levity Is Inspiring
The actress handled a tricky situation with grace while promoting The Bounty Hunter | Credits: Sony Pictures...
Jennifer Aniston as Justine Last in The Good Girl | Credits: Fox Searchlight Pictures
In addition to entertaining audiences with her projects, the Friends star has always maintained a kind and fun vibe during interviews. The actress found herself in a potentially awkward situation during one interview. Her classy and humorous way of dealing with the tricky situation made the interviewer comfortable and avoided a PR nightmare.
Jennifer Aniston’s Way Of Handling A Wardrobe Malfunction With Levity Is Inspiring
The actress handled a tricky situation with grace while promoting The Bounty Hunter | Credits: Sony Pictures...
- 8/26/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
I remember the moment I realized how much I love television. It was March 2, 2014, and for the first time in years, I skipped the Oscar telecast completely. I did it to watch a new episode of "True Detective," which was nearing the end of its phenomenal, influential, heavily-discussed first season. The show's grip on American pop culture that year was incredible: It won five Emmys, inspired countless parodies, and lit up the internet with theories and Easter egg hunts. People read Robert W. Chambers' "The King in Yellow" after the word "Carcosa" popped up in the show. Viewers made gifs and edits of every single shot of Matthew McConaughey's hilariously bleak protagonist. And, importantly, people in Hollywood clearly started searching for the next "True Detective."
In the years that followed the show's first season, a whole host of TV series appeared that clearly followed the "True Detective" rulebook: Slow-burn criminal investigations,...
In the years that followed the show's first season, a whole host of TV series appeared that clearly followed the "True Detective" rulebook: Slow-burn criminal investigations,...
- 8/25/2024
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
You’re going to want to cancel your Friday night plans for this one. More than two years after its acclaimed freshman season captured viewers’ hearts, Apple TV+’s generation-spanning family drama “Pachinko” returns for its highly anticipated sophomore outing, losing none of what made it special in the intervening years.
The intimate series from Soo Hugh, which is adapted from Min Jin Lee’s 2017 novel of the same name, again stands out for the way it uses multiple timelines to tell the story of a Korean family living in Japan during the 20th century. In the new season — the first episode of which is now streaming — the timelines creep ever closer, and we see how Sunja’s life during the end of World War II connects with and compares to the lives of her family, including her grandson Solomon (Jin Ha), in the 1980s. It’s yet another captivating...
The intimate series from Soo Hugh, which is adapted from Min Jin Lee’s 2017 novel of the same name, again stands out for the way it uses multiple timelines to tell the story of a Korean family living in Japan during the 20th century. In the new season — the first episode of which is now streaming — the timelines creep ever closer, and we see how Sunja’s life during the end of World War II connects with and compares to the lives of her family, including her grandson Solomon (Jin Ha), in the 1980s. It’s yet another captivating...
- 8/24/2024
- by Kaitlin Thomas
- Gold Derby
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