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It was a big night for television, as Emmy favorites descended upon Cipriani Wall Street in New York City for the second annual Gotham TV Awards. Launched in 2024, the TV branch of the beloved indie film award show continues to stake out an early position on the calendar that could eventually make it a barometer for the Emmy race in a way that mirrors the Gotham Awards’ traditional relationship with the Oscars.

The evening’s big winners included “Adolescence,” which completed a sweep of the limited series categories with wins for Breakthrough Limited Series and Outstanding Lead Performance in a Limited Series (for Stephen Graham), while Owen Cooper shared the Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Limited Series award with Jenny Slate (who was nominated for “Dying for Sex”). Emmy Frontrunners “The Studio” and “The Pitt” also won the Breakthrough Comedy Series and Breakthrough Drama Series categories, respectively.

“Building on the...

The 2025 Gotham TV Awards are underway in Manhattan.

This marks the second year in which the Gotham Awards have broken out TV honors with a separate ceremony during Emmys season.

Netflix’s Adolescence leads this year’s nominees with four nods.

The four-episode series about a teenage boy accused of murder, which became a much-talked-about phenomenon shortly after its streaming debut last month, landed nods for breakthrough limited series, lead performance in a limited series (Stephen Graham) and two nods for supporting performance in a limited series (Owen Cooper and Erin Doherty).

Meanwhile, Max’s The Pitt, FX’s Dying for Sex and CBS’ Matlock each landed three nods, with a number of projects scoring two nods apiece.

Dying for Sex faces off against Adolescence in the limited series category, where additional nominees are Get Millie Back, Penelope and Say Nothing.

The Pitt and Matlock are nominated for breakthrough drama series,...

Forever lovers and Judy Blume fans alike will be seeing more of Michael Cooper Jr.’s Justin Edwards and Lovie Simone’s Keisha Clark, as Netflix has renewed the hit YA show for another season.

This comes barely a week after the first season launched on the streamer May 8.

The first season follows the reunion between these two characters, who went to grade school together, and their kindling of a romance that grows to be each of their first loves. Creator Mara Brock Akil serves as producer and showrunner on the television adaptation of Blume’s 1975 novel.

The show also stars Xosha Roquemore as Keisha’s mother Shelly Clark, Karen Pittman as Justin’s mother Dawn Edwards, Wood Harris as Justin’s father Eric Edwards, Niles Fitch as Justin’s friend Darius and more.

The young couple, who reconnect at a party, go to different high schools and face the pressure of sports,...

Netflix has officially renewed Mara Brock Akil’s beloved teen romance series “Forever” for a second season, along with a third and final season of Michelle Buteau’s “Survival of the Thickest.”

“Forever,” which follows two Black teens as they navigate their fiery love and personal identities, premiered on May 8, debuting at the No. 3 spot for the most-watch English-language series on Netflix during the week of May 5 with 3.7 million views coming up behind “The Four Seasons” and “You” Season 5. The series’ Season 2 renewal was shared during Netflix’s Upfront presentation on Wednesday.

“This show was never just about first love — it was about being seen. About letting teenagers be soft, complicated and real,” Akil shared in a statement about the show, which was adapted from Judy Blume’s popular book of the same name. “And the world showed up for that. Season two is our love letter back to the people who said,...

Netflix has extended two of its young adult romance adaptations: “Forever” has been renewed for Season 2, and a third season of “My Life With the Walter Boys” has been greenlit ahead of the series’ Season 2 later this year.

The news came during Netflix’s upfront presentation in New York on Wednesday, and soon after the May 8 debut of “Forever” Season 1, which landed in third place on the Netflix Top 10 with 3.7 million views in its first four days of streaming,

Created by Mara Brock Akil, “Forever” is an adaptation of Judy Blume’s 1975 novel of the same name that reimagines the protagonists as Black teens from Los Angeles in 2018. Michael Cooper Jr. and Lovie Simone star as Justin Edwards and Keisha Clark, who are “exploring romance and their identities through the awkward journey of being each other’s firsts,” per the official logline. The cast also includes Karen Pittman, Wood Harris,...

Get ready to be swept away by Forever on Netflix, a heartwarming and dramatic teen series that explores the messy, beautiful journey of first love, self-discovery, and everything in between. It premieres on the streaming platform tomorrow, and I promise you won’t want to miss a single episode. That's why we're here to share everything you need to know before diving in, including the official release date and time.

If you're a book lover, chances are you're probably wondering why the show's title sounds so familiar. That’s because Forever is based on the 1975 YA novel of the same name by Judy Blume. The book, known for its honest portrayal of first love, relationships, and sexual awakening, is a classic that has resonated with generations of readers. Now, Netflix brings this iconic story to life, offering a fresh and modern take on the beloved tale.

Mara Brock Akil, who...

One of the best action movies of the last few years continues to prove its greatness, earning a pair of nominations at this year’s Gotham TV Awards. Released by Netflix back in September last year, Rebel Ridge has been both a critical and commercial success for the streamer, with the action thriller having now found itself up for awards consideration and thus cementing itself as one of the best genre features of modern times.

Rebel Ridge is now up for Outstanding Original Film, Broadcast, or Streaming alongside the likes of Peacock’s Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, NBC’s Ladies & Gentlemen…50 Years of SNL Music, HBO’s Pee-wee as Himself, and Hulu’s Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius). Not only that, lead star Aaron Pierre is also in contention for Outstanding Performance in an Original Film, finding himself up against Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor in Searchlight Pictures...

Emmy season is upon us, and while we won’t see those nominations until July 15, the second annual Gotham Television Awards could give us a taste of what to expect from TV’s biggest night. In the mix are critically-acclaimed series such as Netflix’s “Adolescence,” Max’s “The Pitt,” AppleTV+’s “The Studio” and FX/Hulu’s “Dying for Sex,” “Say Nothing” and “English Teacher,” among several newcomers.

“Building on the success of last year’s inaugural ceremony, the Gotham Television Awards returns with new categories, expanded tributes and a larger stage to celebrate the creators and artists making their mark on today’s television landscape,” Jeffrey Sharp, executive director of the Gotham’s, said. “As the first awards show of the new television season, we are proud to bring together the industry’s most exciting new voices, celebrate breakthrough achievements and deepen our commitment to supporting the creative community.

The 2025 Gotham TV Awards nominations have been revealed, with Netflix’s Adolescence scoring a leading four nominations.

The four-episode series about a teenage boy accused of murder, which became a much-talked-about phenomenon shortly after its streaming debut last month, landed nods for breakthrough limited series, lead performance in a limited series (Stephen Graham) and two nods for supporting performance in a limited series (Owen Cooper and Erin Doherty).

Meanwhile, Max’s The Pitt, FX’s Dying for Sex and CBS’ Matlock each landed three nods, with a number of projects scoring two nods apiece.

Dying for Sex faces off against Adolescence in the limited series category, where additional nominees are Get Millie Back, Penelope and Say Nothing.

The Pitt and Matlock are nominated for breakthrough drama series, alongside Black Doves, Forever and One Hundred Years of Solitude.

The Pitt‘s Noah Wyle and Matlock‘s Kathy Bates are nominated for...

The Gotham Film & Media Institute handed out nominations to Adolescence, The Pitt and The Studio as well as performances by Kathy Bates, Sterling K. Brown, Ted Danson, Linda Lavin, Cristin Milioti and Michelle Williams for its second annual Gotham Television Awards.

The 2025 event set noms in twelve categories with Netflix’ high-profile series Adolescence topping at four and The Pitt, Matlock and Dying For Sex with three each. A number had double hitters including The Studio, Overcompensating, Penelope, Fantasmas, Deli Boys, Forever, English Teacher and Paradise.

“Building on the success of last year’s inaugural ceremony, the Gotham Television Awards returns with new categories, expanded tributes, and a larger stage to celebrate the creators and artists making their mark on today’s television landscape,” said Jeffrey Sharp, Executive Director of The Gotham. “As the first awards show of the new television season, we are proud to bring together the industry’s most exciting new voices,...

Max’s medical drama “The Pitt,” AppleTV+’s “The Studio” and Netflix’s “Adolescence” are among the top shows nominated at the 2025 Gotham Television Awards.

Other shows nominated include FX’s “Dying for Sex” and CBS’ “Matlock.” Among the outstanding performances recognized across multiple genres include Kathy Bates (“Matlock”), Sterling K. Brown (“Paradise”), Michelle Williams (“Dying for Sex”) and Olivia Williams (“Dune: Prophecy).

The critically acclaimed “Adolescence,” which recently set its Emmys acting campaigns, saw nods for Stephen Graham, along with breakout newcomer Owen Cooper and Erin Doherty.

Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson landed two nominations. One for “Ladies & Gentlemen…50 Years of SNL Music” and the other for “Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius).”

“Building on the success of last year’s inaugural ceremony, the Gotham Television Awards returns with new categories, expanded tributes, and a larger stage to celebrate the creators and artists making their mark on today’s television landscape,...

The Gotham Television Awards are recognizing the buzziest series of the year. IndieWire can announce the 2025 nominees, including “Adolescence,” “The Pitt,” and “The Studio.” The Gotham Television Awards ceremony will take place Monday, June 2 in New York City at Cipriani Wall Street.

“Building on the success of last year’s inaugural ceremony, the Gotham Television Awards returns with new categories, expanded tributes, and a larger stage to celebrate the creators and artists making their mark on today’s television landscape,” Jeffrey Sharp, Executive Director of The Gotham, said. “As the first awards show of the new television season, we are proud to bring together the industry’s most exciting new voices, celebrate breakthrough achievements, and deepen our commitment to supporting the creative community.”

Kathy Bates, Sterling K. Brown, Ted Danson, Linda Lavin, Cristin Milioti, and Michelle Williams are among the actors recognized in the genderless categories. The second annual awards...

Today, Netflix released the official trailer and key art for Forever, which is a modern reimagining of Judy Blume’s groundbreaking 1975 novel.

Premiering on May 8, Forever is a love story of two Black teens exploring romance and their identities through the awkward journey of being each other’s firsts, set in Los Angeles, 2018.

Mara Brock Akil is the creator, writer, and showrunner of the series, which is executive produced by Akil, Blume, Susie Fitzgerald, Erika Harrison, Sara White, Regina King, Reina King, Shana C. Waterman, and Anthony Hemingway.

The cast includes Lovie Simone, Michael Cooper Jr., Karen Pittman, Wood Harris, Xosha Roquemore, Marvin Winans III, Niles Fitch, Barry Shabaka Henley, Ali Gallo, Adriyan Rae, Paigion Walker, Xavier Mills, E’myri Crutchfield, and Yusef Thomas.

“I’m thrilled that Mara has chosen to tell this story through her own lens,” said Judy Blume. “It is gratifying to know that, 50 years after its release,...

The series adaptation of Judy Blume’s novel “Forever” will premiere Thursday, May 8, on Netflix.

Showrunner and creator Mara Brock Akil is behind the new series, which is based on the 1975 book that follows teenagers and their experience of losing their virginity. The show takes a new angle, presenting “an epic love story of two Black teens exploring romance and their identities through the awkward journey of being each other’s firsts, set in Los Angeles, 2018,” according to the official logline.

The cast includes Lovie Simone, Michael Cooper Jr., Karen Pittman, Wood Harris, Marvin Winans III, Xosha Roquemore, Niles Fitch, Barry Shabaka Henley, Ali Gallo, Xavier Mills, E’myri Crutchfield, Adriyan Rae and Paigion Walker.

Akil executive produces the drama with Blume, Susie Fitzgerald, Sara White, Erika Harrison, Regina King, Reina King, Anthony Hemingway and Shana C. Waterman.

First Looks/Trailers

“Love on the Spectrum” from Northern Pictures is returning to...

Updated: Neflix has set May 8 for the premiere of Forever, its upcoming drama series, starring Lovie Simone and Michael Cooper Jr. The streamer also unveiled some first look photos, which you can see at the bottom of the post.

Netflix’s Forever is a modern reimagining of Judy Blume’s influential — and controversial — 1975 novel. It tells the epic love story of two Black teens, Keisha Clark (Simone) and Justin Edwards (Cooper Jr.) exploring romance and their identities through the awkward journey of being each other’s firsts, set in Los Angeles, 2018.

Cast also includes Xosha Roquemore, Marvin Lawrence Winans III, Wood Harris, Karen Pittman, Barry Shabaka Henley, Ali Gallo, Niles Fitch, Paigion Walker and E’myri Crutchfield.

Brock Akil, who serves as showrunner, executive produces alongside Blume, Susie Fitzgerald, Erika Harrison, Sara White, Regina King, Reina King, Shana Waterman and Anthony Hemingway, who is directing four episodes. The project stems from...

Once you get all of your jokes à la “Wait, another TV series titled Forever?!” out of the way, you might want to mark your calendars: Netflix’s series adaptation of the controversial-for-its-time Judy Blume novel will release Thursday, May 8, the streamer announced Wednesday.

Netflix has also released a new batch of first-look photos from Mara Brock Akil’s reimagining of the 50-year-old novel, which you can scroll down to see, while a full trailer is embedded above.

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“Forever,” the 1975 coming-of-age novel by Judy Blume, is the inspiration for Netflix’s newest teen drama.

The series is named after Blume’s classic book about two high schoolers losing their virginity, but it isn’t a beat-for-beat adaptation. Instead, “Forever” is described as “an epic love story of two Black teens exploring romance and their identities through the awkward journey of being each other’s firsts, set in Los Angeles, 2018.” As previously announced, the cast will be led by Lovie Simone as confident track star Keisha Clark and Michael Cooper Jr. star as nerdy basketball player Justin Edwards.

“You have no idea who I am, do you?” Keisha says to Justin in the beginning of the teaser, which then flashes to what looks like a memory of them playing together as young children. Justin then remembers her name. The two continue to flirt and get to know each other,...

Betty A. Bridges, who guested on dozen of popular TV series during a 40-year career ranging from Good Times and Charlie’s Angels to Lou Grant and Hill Street Blues to ER and 2 Broke Girls and later was a prominent acting coach, died August 27. She was 83.

She died at the Phoenix home of her son, Diff’rent Strokes and reality TV star Todd Bridges, where she had been in hospice care. Rep Elizabeth Much confirmed her death to Deadline, but no cause was given.

Born on August 1, 1941, Betty Bridges got her screen start guesting on such 1970s TV shows as Police Woman, Charlie’s Angels and Norman Lear’s Good Times and Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman. She continued to work consistently for much of the next four decades, mostly in TV. She made guest appearances in popular series including Wonder Woman; What’s Happening!!; Quincy, M.E.; CHiPs; Lou Grant; Diff’rent Strokes...

When Karen Pittman calls for our early-morning interview, she’s noticeably perky for someone who wrapped filming at 2 a.m. the night before. She’s in the midst of shooting “Forever,” Mara Brock Akil’s adaptation of Judy Blume’s seminal — and controversial — 1975 novel about two teens’ first love and intimacy.

“I love it! Fingers crossed it keeps going like this for the next 20 to 30 years,” Pittman says, laughing off the tiring schedule. “I’m not a workaholic, but I’m just very committed. I’m devoted to this work. I get the chance to tell a meaningful story about where women are right now.”

In the Netflix series, Pittman plays Dawn Edwards, an upper-middle-class mother whose high-school-age son Justin (Michael Cooper Jr.) is at the center of the show’s “forever love” story.

“She is a working mother in a successful marriage. She’s bright; she’s ambitious for...

Jeff Daniels and Diane Lane rarely put in anything less than stellar performances, but the Emmy winner and Oscar nominee are rarely as good as they are in Netflix’s adaptation of Tom Wolfe’s A Man in Full.

In a fortnight that has seen the premieres of Hulu’s Lily Gladstone and Riley Keough starring Under the Bridge, the Elisabeth Moss spy thriller FX series Veil, HBO’s The Sympathizer, based on Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize winner and a third season of the still wonderfully wicked Hacks launching today on Max, executive producers Regina King and David E. Kelley have put a real winner on the track for Netflix with A Man in Full.

On any other show, the never better Daniels as a pugnacious Atlanta real estate tycoon Charlie Croker on the brink of bankruptcy, and Lane as his revitalized razor-sharp ex-wife Martha would be more than enough of a payoff.

Anthony Hemingway has boarded the Netflix series adaptation of the Judy Blume novel “Forever” to direct multiple episodes, Variety has learned exclusively.

The series stars Lovie Simone and Michael Cooper Jr. and hails from creator Mara Brock Akil. The official logline states the series is “an epic love story of two Black teens exploring romance and their identities through the awkward journey of being each other’s firsts, set in Los Angeles, 2018.”

Hemingway will direct four episodes in total — the second and third as well as the seventh and eighth episodes, specifically. He will also now serve as an executive producer on the series. It was previously announced that Regina King would be directing the pilot and executive producing the series as well.

Hemingway is one of the most sought-after directors in television today. His recent credits include helming episodes of “Genius: Aretha,” the pilot of “Power Book II: Ghost,...

Exclusive: Netflix has rounded out the cast for Forever, adding Xosha Roquemore (Captain America) and Marvin Lawrence Winans III (Abbott Elementary) as series regulars opposite Michael Cooper Jr. and Lovie Simone in the upcoming drama series from Girlfriends and Being Mary Jane creator Mara Brock Akil. Additionally, five have been cast in recurring roles. They are Barry Shabaka Henley (A Star is Born), Ali Gallo (Unhuman), Niles Fitch (This is Us), Paigion Walker (All American) and E’myri Crutchfield (Fargo). In addition to Simone and Cooper, they join previously announced Wood Harris and Karen Pittman.

L-r: Barry Shabaka Henley, Ali Gallo, Niles Fitch, Paigion Walker & E’myri Crutchfield

A reimagining of Judy Blume’s influential — and controversial — 1975 novel Forever… for a new generation, the series adaptation tells the epic love story of two Black teens, Keisha Clark (Simone) and Justin Edwards (Cooper Jr.) exploring romance and their identities through the awkward...

Lee was mentored by Chisholm & worked with the Black Panthers, shaping her political career early on. Lee became the first woman to represent Northern California in the California State Legislature. Lee campaigned for a US Senate seat in 2024 but ultimately did not secure the nomination, continuing her role as Congresswoman.

Barbara Lee was a key figure in the new Netflix historical biopic Shirley. The film follows the true story of Shirley Chisholm's historic 1972 U. S. presidential campaign. Chisholm became the first black American woman to run for President of the United States just one year after becoming the first black woman elected to Congress. As depicted in Shirley, Barabra Lee met Chisholm while she was on her campaign trail during the state primaries and joined Chisholm's team soon after. Inspired by her time working with Chisholm, Lee began a political career of her own and appears at the end of Shirley.

Gottlieb played a pivotal role in Shirley Chisholm's groundbreaking 1972 presidential campaign, showcasing his dedication to equal representation in politics. After the convention, Gottlieb returned to Cornell University to graduate before establishing his own successful law firm, handling high-profile cases. Despite not winning the Suffolk County District Attorney race in 1989, Gottlieb remains a highly sought-after attorney in the U.S. and continues to be a major player in the legal field.

Robert C. Gottlieb was a key figure in the new Netflix political biopic Shirley. The film follows the true story of Shirley Chisholm's historic 1972 U. S. presidential campaign. Chisholm became the first black American woman to run for President of the United States just one year after becoming the first black woman elected to Congress. By the end of Shirley, Gottlieb had played an integral role in helping Chisholm's heavily underfunded campaign that would trailblaze a new path for...

Shirley Chisholm's story in "Shirley" is a groundbreaking tale of political resilience and trailblazing achievements in American history. Regina King's transformative performance as Chisholm captures her fierce resolve to make history and fight for equal representation. Chisholm's legislative efforts prioritized education and labor policies that supported African Americans, women, and the working class.

The new Netflix historical biopic Shirley follows the true story of Shirley Chisholm's historic 1972 U. S. presidential campaign. Chisholm became the first black American woman to run for President of the United States just one year after becoming the first black woman elected to Congress. Chisholm's true story marks a landmark trailblazing effort in American politics that is documented and celebrated in Ridley's exceptional film. Regina King gives a transformative performance as the titular character, showcasing her fierce resolve and unyielding commitment to make history and never give up fighting for equal representation.

The...

Warning: Spoilers ahead for Shirley.

"Shirley" on Netflix tells the story of Shirley Chisholm's historic campaign with a stellar soundtrack. The film showcases Chisholm's trailblazing efforts in the 1972 Democratic Convention, earning 5% of delegates. Directed by John Ridley and starring Regina King, "Shirley" highlights pivotal moments with iconic songs.

The new Netflix political biopic Shirley features a stellar soundtrack. The film follows the true story of Shirley Chisholm's historic 1972 U.S. presidential campaign. Chisholm became the first black American woman to run for President of the United States just one year after becoming the first black woman elected to Congress in 1971. The historical biopic stars an outstanding cast led by Regina King, Lucas Hedges, Terrence Howard, Lance Reddick, and Regina's real-life sister Reina King.

The ending of Shirley chronicles the result of the 1972 Democratic Convention and Chisholm eventually dropping out of the race after being betrayed by rival candidate Walter Fauntroy.

Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for Road House, Shirley, 3 Body Problem and Mary & George.

Immaculate premiere

Sydney Sweeney, who both produced and stars in the Neon horror film, debuted the project alongside director Michael Mohan at Beyond Fest in Los Angeles on March 15.

Michael Mohan and Sydney Sweeney

3 Body Problem special screening

On Sunday, the cast and creators — David Benioff, D.B. Weiss and Alexander Woo — of the new Netflix series attended a special Los Angeles screening of the show, followed by an experiential dinner at Wolvesmouth, which Gold House co-hosted.

David Benioff, Alexander Woo, Jonathan Pryce and D. B. Weiss John Bradley, Benedict Wong and Aaron Paul

Road House premiere

After premiering at SXSW, Jake Gyllenhaal, Conor McGregor, Lukas Gage, Daniela Melchior, Arturo Castro and Darren Barnet brought their film to New York on Tuesday.

Regina King shines as Shirley Chisholm, showcasing her fierce resolve and commitment to equality. A stellar cast including Lucas Hedges and Terrence Howard brings Chisholm's historic campaign to life. John Ridley's exceptional film documents and celebrates Chisholm's groundbreaking political trailblazing effort.

The new Netflix historical biopic Shirley follows the true story of Shirley Chisholm's historic 1972 U.S. presidential campaign. Chisholm became the first black American woman to run for President of the United States just one year after becoming the first black woman elected to Congress in 1971. Chisholm's true story marks a landmark trailblazing effort in American politics that is documented and celebrated in John Ridley's exceptional film. Regina King gives a transformative performance as the titular character, showcasing her fierce resolve and unyielding commitment to make history and never give up fighting for equal representation.

The historical biopic stars an outstanding cast led by Regina King, Lucas Hedges,...

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"For Ian" dedication in Shirley is for Regina King's late son, Ian Alexander, Jr. Regina King shines in Shirley as the trailblazing Shirley Chisholm, showcasing her fierce resolve and commitment. The late Lance Reddick is also honored in Shirley in one of his last posthumous film appearances.

The dedication "For Ian" before the new Netflix movie Shirley is intended for someone who does not appear in the film. The historical biopic stars an outstanding ensemble cast led by Regina King and also features great performances from Lucas Hedges, Terrence Howard, Lance Reddick, and Regina's real-life sister Reina King. The film was also produced by Regina and Reina King as well as Anikah McLaren and Oscar winning writer/director John Ridley (12 Years a Slave).

Shirley follows the true story of Shirley Chisholm, who became the first black American woman to run for President of the United States...

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“She’s one of those politicians that actually gave a damn about the people, her constituents and the people of the country that she is a citizen of,” Regina King says of former Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm on today’s Deadline ElectionLine podcast – as you can hear above.

Perfectly timed for the 2024 election and the pivotal juncture America finds itself at, the King starring, and John Ridley directed Shirley launches today on Netflix.

“This is a legendary person,...

Lance Reddick's final onscreen appearance will be in 2025's Ballerina. John Wick: Chapter 4 was the first film he appeared in posthumously. Reddick's career included over 115 acting credits, with notable roles in TV series like The Wire and Fringe. Reddick's posthumous work includes roles in various films and TV series, showcasing his talent even after his passing.

After Lance Reddick's notable performance in Shirley, the actor still has one more upcoming film yet to be released. Reddick plays Wesley McDonald 'Mac' Holder in the new film that stars Regina King as Shirley Chisholm, the first black American woman to ever run for President in the United States. Reddick unfortunately passed away just over one year ago on March 17, 2023 at the age of 60 due to heart disease.

Before joining the outstanding cast of Shirley, Reddick had more than 115 professional acting credits to his name. Reddick began his career during the...

On March 15, 2024 Netflix released “Shirley” in limited theaters before the movie officially launches on the streamer March 22. Oscar winner Regina King stars as Shirley Chisholm, the trailblazing politician who ran for the 1972 Democratic presidential nomination after becoming the first Black woman elected to Congress.

The film has received predominantly positive reviews from critics, earning early awards buzz for King. As of this writing it holds fresh on Rotten Tomatoes with a 79% rating from critics and an even more impressive 100% score from everyday moviegoers. The ensemble cast includes Lance Reddick, Terrence Howard, Lucas Hedges and Brian Stokes Mitchell. Read our full review round-up below.

See ‘Shirley’ trailer: Oscar winner Regina King stars as historic Black politician Shirley Chisholm [Watch]

Richard Roeper of Chicago Sun-Times praises the film, stating, “Regina King does great justice to the legacy of Shirley Chisholm, delivering a performance filled with power, humor, warmth and grace.” Concluding, “The late...

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass had two obvious reasons to attend Tuesday night’s Netflix premiere of John Ridley’s Shirley starring Regina King as trailblazing politico Shirley Chisolm.

“Shirley Chisholm is a woman who impacted me and influenced me when I was a child. She gave me the courage and the stamina and the fortitude,” Bass explained to The Hollywood Reporter on the red carpet outside the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood. “But I’m also here because my friend, representative Barbara Lee, is a character in the movie and I want to see young Barbara Lee.”

Lee, who is played in the film by actress Christina Jackson, was also on the scene. Congresswoman Lee has been representing California’s 12th District (previously the 13th) since 1998, and she is the highest ranking African American woman appointed to Democratic leadership, thanks to her role as co-chair of the Policy and Steering Committee,...

FX has released the trailer for Part 2 of “American Horror Story: Delicate,” the 12th season of the long-running horror anthology, which was interrupted by the dual strikes last year. Starring Kim Kardashian and Emma Roberts, Part 2 premieres April 3 on the network at 10 p.m. Et/Pt, and will be available to stream the following day on Hulu.

Part 1 introduced audiences to Emma Roberts’ character Anna Victoria Alcott, an actress who is trying to get pregnant but faces sinister occurrences during her journey to motherhood. Kardashian plays her aggressive publicist Siobhan. While the Part 2 trailer shows them kiss, the teaser also reveals that Anna will uncover some dark truths about Siobhan. “You’re a monster,” Roberts says to her in the trailer. “Oh no, babe. I’m so much worse,” Kardashian promises.

The rest of the cast includes Cara Delevigne, Matt Czuchry, Annabelle Dexter-Jones, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Maaz Ali and Juliana Canfield.

Many may not know the name Shirley Chisholm, but it is not for lack of Hollywood trying to keep her flame alive. The seven-term Brooklyn congresswoman, who became the first African American woman elected to Congress when she won in 1968, also became the first woman and first African American to seek the nomination for President of either major party when she ran for the Democratic nomination in 1972. She defined the word “trailblazer” and her story is indeed inspiring, if also frustrating for all the obstacles she had to overcome in a male-dominated business of governing. Uzo Aduba won an Emmy for her supporting role as Chisholm the 2020 limited series Mrs. America, even as the series itself was focused on conservative gadfly Phyllis Schaffly played by Cate Blanchett. That series touched on the 1972 campaign and thus Chisholm as well, but now, after 15 years of trying, Regina King has realized a longtime...

Plot: The story of the first Black congresswoman and political icon, Shirley Chisholm, and her trailblazing run for president of the U.S. It chronicles her audacious, boundary-breaking 1972 presidential campaign.

Review: 2024 is an election year in the United States, which means we are going to be inundated by countless robocalls and television ads as the country once again selects the Commander in Chief for the next four years. While it is as contentious as ever in this country, there have been volatile and unique elections in the past. Fifty-two years ago, an election took place that featured many firsts, but most notably, it was the year that Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm became the first black candidate for President of the United States. Her story has been chronicled in documentaries and was spoofed last year in Hulu’s History of the World Part II. Still, John Ridley’s feature film Shirley, starring...

There’s no doubt that John Ridley’s Shirley is trying to make a statement about marginalized peoples’ role in shaping America and their power when it comes to making their presence known to those who would never see them otherwise. But the film also uses one of our greatest and most complex Black leaders to make that statement, and it’s cheaper for it, reducing the arc of Shirley Chisholm’s life to a handful of easy platitudes and inspirational movie clichés. In the end, this sub-Sorkin-esque political potboiler sidelines her most meaningful community work to the fact that she tried and failed to run for president.

The film’s first scenes speed run through roughly a decade of Chisholm’s political life, largely glossing over her time as a teacher and years of activism for equal rights. Much of that time saw her struggling to be heard as a woman of color.

Regina King shines as Shirley Chisholm, leading a powerhouse cast in a captivating exploration of her historic presidential campaign. Co-stars Christina Jackson and Lucas Hedges share how King's immersive approach and collaboration elevated their performances. Shirley not only honors Chisholm's legacy but also highlights the impact of working with talented and dedicated actors like Lance Reddick.

Shirley follows Shirley Chisholm, the first black congresswoman, on her historic run for President. The movie explores the challenges she faced during her campaign, including low funds and challenges to her own morals at every turn. Although Shirley may not have won the election, she left an indelible mark on history and helped inspire a generation of voters and activists.

John Ridley helms Shirley as writer and director. Regina King disappears into the role of Shirley Chisholm, leading the movie as both the star and a producer, alongside her sister Reina King, who plays Shirley's sister as well.

Shirley Chisholm's groundbreaking story inspires young voters for real change in politics. Regina King leads an incredible cast in the biopic "Shirley" about Chisholm's historic presidential run. The film showcases Chisholm's audacious 1972 campaign, highlighting her legacy as a political icon.

Shirley Chisholm had a truly amazing life, becoming the first black congresswoman after being a teacher in New York, and the new biopic Shirley follows her historic run for President of the United States. Although her campaign funds are low, Shirley will travel across the country to speak with young voters who will be able to use their voices for real change in politics for the first time. Shirley may not have won, but she inspired a generation of voters, activists, and politicians to follow in her footsteps.

Shirley is led by Regina King, with an incredible performance as the titular Shirley Chisholm as well as producer, along with her sister,...

“And Just Like That” and The Morning Show” star Karen Pittman is adding to her stacked TV slate by joining Mara Brock Akil’s “Forever” alongside “The Wire” alum and “Creed” franchise stalwart Wood Harris.

Brock Akil’s highly-anticipated adaptation of Judy Blum’s 1975 Judy Blume novel “Forever” was originally ordered at Netflix in 2022 under the “Girlfriends” creator’s overall deal.

Last month, Lovie Simone and Michael Cooper Jr. were announced to star in the series, described as “an epic love story of two Black teens (Keisha and Justin) exploring romance and their identities through the awkward journey of being each other’s firsts, set in Los Angeles, 2018.”

Pittman and Harris play Justin’s parents Dawn and Eric, who are navigating parenting during a time of heightened awareness around the lack of safety for Black boys in America.

Pittman‘s Dawn is a college-educated, top executive in corporate finance with...

Karen Pittman (The Morning Show) and The Wire alum Wood Harris are set as leads opposite Michael Cooper Jr. and Lovie Simone in Forever, Netflix’s upcoming drama series from Girlfriends and Being Mary Jane creator Mara Brock Akil.

A reimagining of Judy Blume’s influential — and controversial — 1975 novel Forever… for a new generation, the series adaptation tells the epic love story of two Black teens, Keisha Clark (Simone) and Justin Edwards (Cooper Jr.) exploring romance and their identities through the awkward journey of being each other’s firsts, set in Los Angeles, 2018.

Pittman plays Dawn, a college-educated, top executive in corporate finance with an easy elegance that belies her loving but paranoid form of parenting, Justin’s (Cooper Jr.) mother Dawn might be strict at times, but it’s always out of love. She’s worked hard to give him the things he needs to succeed in life and...

Exclusive: Middle grader book series Kiranmala & The Kingdom Beyond is getting the animated television adaptation treatment.

Undone and The Kollective producer Submarine and Rebel Maverick have teamed to create a TV version of Sayantani DasGupta’s book series. DasGupta will adapt the stories with animation writer veteran and Emmy winner Michael Ryan.

Published by Scholastic, Kiranmala & The Kingdom Beyond debuted in 2018 with The Serpent’s Secret. It won several book awards, with Kiranmala & The Kingdom Beyond: Game of Stars following in 2019 and entering the New York Times bestseller list. A third book, Kiranmala & The Kingdom Beyond: The Chaos Curse, published in 2020, while a spin-off series, Force of Fire, published a year and a third trilogy, The Secrets of the Sky, launched in July last year.

The first book trilogy will be the focus on the TV series. Ryan and DasGupta will write the pilot,...

Oscar winner Regina King (If Beale Street Could Talk) stars as Shirley Chisholm, the United States’ first Black congresswoman who dedicated her life to breaking down barriers and paved the way for generations to follow, in Shirley. The official trailer just dropped, showing King as Chisholm announcing her groundbreaking run for president in 1972.

Netflix also released a new poster for the biopic which is set to premiere on March 22, 2024.

Oscar winner John Ridley wrote and directed the biopic, with Jeff Skoll and Ted Gidlow executive producing. King, Ridley, Reina King, Anikah McLaren, and Elizabeth Haggard served as producers.

In addition to King, the cast of the 2024 release includes Lance Reddick, Lucas Hedges, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Christina Jackson, and Michael Cherrie. Dorian Crossmond Missick, Amirah Vann, W. Earl Brown, Brad James, Reina King, André Holland, and Terrence Howard also star.

Regina King’s recent credits include Seven Seconds, Watchmen (the series), Flag Day,...

Lovie Simone and Michael Cooper Jr. (On the Come Up) are set as the leads of Forever, Netflix’s upcoming series from Girlfriends and Being Mary Jane creator Mara Brock Akil. Regina King (One Night In Miami) will direct the first episode and executive produce the series, a reimagening of Judy Blume’s influential — and controversial — 1975 novel Forever… for a new generation.

The series adaptation tells the epic love story of two Black teens, Keisha Clark (Simone) and Justin Edwards (Cooper Jr.) exploring romance and their identities through the awkward journey of being each other’s firsts, set in Los Angeles, 2018.

Simone’s Keisha Clark is a young confident, smart, and fiery track star with clear dreams for life after high school. Cooper Jr.’s Justin Edwards is a young man who is a nerd at heart disguised in an athlete’s body. Justin dreams of...

Mara Brock Akil’s Netflix series adaptation of the 1975 Judy Blume novel “Forever” has found its two series leads, Variety has learned.

Lovie Simone and Michael Cooper Jr. are set to star in the series, which was originally ordered at Netflix back in 2022. In addition, Regina King has boarded the series as an executive producer and will direct the first episode.

The official logline states the series is “an epic love story of two Black teens exploring romance and their identities through the awkward journey of being each other’s firsts, set in Los Angeles, 2018.”

Simone will star as as Keisha Clark, described as “a young confident, smart, and fiery track star with clear dreams for life after high school.” Cooper will play Justin Edwards, “a young man who is a nerd at heart disguised in an athlete’s body. Justin dreams of playing D1 basketball and achieving more than his successful parents.

Exclusive: Starz is developing The Comedown, a comedic drama series based on Rafael Frumkin’s book by the same name, sources tell Deadline. The project hails from Regina King’s Royal Ties Productions and Freddie Highmore’s Alfresco Pictures as well as TriStar Television, a division of Sony Pictures TV where The Good Doctor star Highmore has had an overall deal. A rep for Starz declined comment.

Written by Gretchen Enders (WandaVision), The Comedown is a darkly comedic, multigenerational drama that explores delineating lines of race, class, religion, and time, through the story of two very different Cleveland families – one Black, one white – whose lives become intertwined one fateful night when a drug deal goes dramatically wrong and a mysterious yellow briefcase disappears.

Highmore and Claire Londy executive produce through Alfresco Pictures alongside Enders as well as Regina King and Reina King of Royal Ties.

Enders most recently was co-executive...

Lucy Liu is the latest addition to the cast of the upcoming Netflix limited series “A Man in Full,” Variety has learned exclusively.

Liu will star in the series alongside previously announced leads Jeff Daniels and Diane Lane as well as cast members

William Jackson Harper, Aml Ameen, Tom Pelphrey, Sarah Jones, Jon Michael Hill, and Chanté Adams.

The series is based on the Tom Wolfe novel of the same name. Variety exclusively reported the show had received a straight-to-series order at the streamer in November 2021. It hails from David E. Kelley with Regina King onboard to direct and executive produce.

In the show, Atlanta real estate mogul Charlie Croker (Daniels) faces sudden bankruptcy. Political and business interests collide as Charlie defends his empire from those attempting to capitalize on his fall from grace.

Liu plays Joyce Newman, the founder of a successful clean beauty company. Joyce struggles with a...

The upcoming Netflix limited series “A Man in Full” has added six new cast members, Variety has learned.

William Jackson Harper, Aml Ameen, Tom Pelphrey, Sarah Jones, Jon Michael Hill, and Chanté Adams have all joined the show opposite previously announced leads Jeff Daniels and Diane Lane. The series is based on the Tom Wolfe novel of the same name. Variety exclusively reported the show had received a straight-to-series order at the streamer in November 2021. It hails from David E. Kelley with Regina King onboard to direct and executive produce.

In the show, Atlanta real estate mogul Charlie Croker (Daniels) faces sudden bankruptcy. Political and business interests collide as Charlie defends his empire from those attempting to capitalize on his fall from grace.

Harper plays Wes Jordan, the incumbent mayor of Atlanta. Up for reelection, Wes will do whatever it takes to ensure victory over his opponent, who is quickly gaining in the polls.

Diane Lane has been cast opposite Jeff Daniels in the upcoming Netflix limited series “A Man in Full,” Variety has learned.

The series is based on the Tom Wolfe novel of the same name. Variety exclusively reported the show had received a straight-to-series order at the streamer in November 2021. It hails from David E. Kelley with Regina King onboard to direct and executive produce.

In the series, Atlanta real estate mogul Charlie Croker (Daniels) faces sudden bankruptcy. Political and business interests collide as Croker defends his empire from those attempting to capitalize on his fall from grace.

Lane will play Martha Croker. Martha emerges from the shadow of her ex-husband while his real estate empire begins to crumble. Beware the dormant, Martha’s rebuild poses a threat both personally and financially as three decades of marriage comes with its baggage.

Lane is no stranger to the Netflix audience, as she...

Jeff Daniels is set to play the lead role in the upcoming Netflix drama series “A Man in Full,” Variety has learned.

The series is based on the Tom Wolfe novel of the same name. Variety exclusively reported the show had received a straight-to-series order at the streamer in November 2021. The show hails from David E. Kelley with Regina King onboard to direct and executive produce.

In the series, Atlanta real estate mogul Charlie Croker (Daniels) faces sudden bankruptcy. Political and business interests collide as Croker defends his empire from those attempting to capitalize on his fall from grace. Croker is further described as polarizing and robust, crude, rude, and irresponsible.

This will be the latest TV starring role for Daniels in the past several years. Most recently, he starred in the Showtime series adaptation of “American Rust” as well as the premium cabler’s limited series “The Comey Rule.