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In years gone by, Ryan Reynolds has cemented himself as a creative force with features like Deadpool trilogy, The Adams Project, Free Guy, and the likes. He has come a long way from his Green Lantern days and for good. Before he was heavily invested in sci-fi and superhero genre, the actor did a romantic comedy with Sandra Bullock, which has found new interest from fans as it's climbing the streaming charts.

The Proposal resurged in public zeitgeist recently as it found a mention in Deadpool and Wolverine as an attempt by Nicepool to break the fourth wall. Per FlixPatrol, the movie has now climbed the Disney+ charts to #9 spot, worldwide. Standing tall among franchises like animated Lilo & Stitch, live-action Mufasa: The Lion King, Snow White, Pixar’s Elemental, and more.

What’s ‘The Proposal’ About?

The Proposal follows Margaret Tate (Bullock), a high-powered book editor who is facing deportation to her native Canada.

FBI Special Agent Dale Cooper of Twin Peaks is one of the most iconic TV protagonists of all time. His distinctive appearance, mannerisms, and eccentric approach to investigating the murder of Laura Palmer (Sheryl Lee) in the eponymous Washington town are all part of why "Coop" is arguably the most famous role of actor Kyle MacLachlan's career. But, even before the show premiered on ABC in 1990, traces of the character of Dale Cooper could be seen in some of MacLachlan's film roles. For instance, both MacLachlan (New York Times) and Twin Peaks co-creator David Lynch (LA Times) have described Cooper as an older version of Jeffrey Beaumont, the protagonist played by MacLachlan in the 1986 film Blue Velvet, which Lynch directed.

But, one year after Blue Velvet, MacLachlan played another character who arguably bears an even greater resemblance to Cooper — one whom Lynch had nothing to do with. That would be Lloyd Gallagher,...

Season 5 was when it all came together for "Seinfeld." It was no longer a cult sitcom that couldn't crack the Nielsen ratings' top 20, but an appointment-viewing smash that finished third for the year overall. The following year, it would become the number one show on the air.

Why did it take so long for "Seinfeld" to break through to the mainstream? For starters, it truly lived up to its reputation as a show about nothing. While we now look at the season 2 episode "The Chinese Restaurant" as one of the greatest sitcom episodes ever, NBC executives sought to bury it because they thought an entire story built around the main characters waiting for a table was too slim of a narrative to appeal to viewers. When your network doesn't believe in your show, it's hard to build an audience.

"Seinfeld" needed to get traction in the popular culture, which shouldn't...

Cheryl Gates McFadden was a dancer before she was an actress. She studied theater in college (she has a Bachelor of Arts degree) and lived in Paris for a spell, performing with the celebrated movement coach Jacques Lecoq. In New York in the 1970s, she taught dance at various colleges, and formed her own theater troupes and comedy companies. In the 1980s, she landed a few high-profile gigs serving as a choreographer and movement coach on "The Muppets Take Manhattan" and "Labyrinth." She can be seen giving her commentary in a making-of documentary on the "Labyrinth" DVD. 

McFadden, however, exploded in popularity in 1987 when she was selected to play Dr. Beverly Crusher, the chief medical officer on board the USS Enterprise on "Star Trek: The Next Generation." McFadden (who was just going by Gates back then) didn't get to do much dancing on "Star Trek," but she was given a mature,...

NCIS, short for Naval Criminal Investigative Service, is one of the longest-running scripted TV shows of all time, which means it has its fair share of memorable villains. Known for its compelling characters and serious drama, the series wouldn’t be the same without its unforgettable villains. Its antagonists have brought us some of the best NCIS episodes, filled with tension, mystery, and high emotions. From dangerous masterminds to traitorous insiders, their actions test the team’s skills, keeping viewers hooked with every twist.

The iconic series is part of a larger world, with a dozen TV shows in the NCIS shared universe. Its thrilling stories have also inspired 8 spinoffs in the NCIS franchise, each offering new curveballs and fresh characters. Since 2003, NCIS has built a powerful legacy of captivating, edge-of-your-seat action that continues to draw in fans, with its legendary foes raising the bar.

Michael Rivkin NCIS Season 6

Michael Rivkin,...

A long-lost Marvel movie has finally been found. While the MCU has now brought the likes of Iron Man, Thor, and Captain America to a much wider audience, these were far from the first efforts to bring these beloved characters to the screen in live-action. After several made-for-tv movies, director Albert Pyun was given the reins to Captain America in 1990 but, sadly, the movie was mauled by those who saw it, and currently stands at just 6% on Rotten Tomatoes. However, the Marvel outing has since garnered something of a cult following, and now, various reports on social media have revealed that a myth surrounding the movie is indeed true: a director’s cut exists, and it has been found.

Directed by Albert Pyun, the late filmmaker known for low-budget, high-concept genre fare, and written by Stephen Tolkin, 1990’s Captain America stars Matt Salinger in the title role alongside Ronny Cox,...

Sometimes directors lament over the projects they never got to make, but David Cronenberg - best known for body horror classics The Fly, Videodrome, and Scanners - revealed a film producers desperately wanted him to make, but which he knowingly and proudly turned down, not because he didn't like the script but because he knew he just wasn't the right man for the job.

The film in question? Flashdance, the 1983 feel-good romantic dance drama about a young woman (Jennifer Beals) making ends meet as a welder and an exotic dancer who dreams of joining a prestigious ballet academy. It's an odd pairing to be sure, but as Cronenberg told Variety at the Marrakech Film Festival, the production team of Don Simpson and Jerry Bruckheimer pursued the director relentlessly. He said:

"You might be amazed [they] were totally convinced that I was the right one to direct. Really, I don’t know...

After being mostly unheard of for years, Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullocks 2009 rom-com The Proposal is suddenly a hit on Disney+s global chart. Although the title has been available across multiple platforms which in the U.S. include Hulu, Freevee, Prime Video and several others in many countries, the film has been getting a helpful push by Disney+ for one reason; to catch the wave of attention Reynolds is about to generate on the platform with Deadpool & Wolverines imminent arrival.

For those who saw Deadpool & Wolverine in cinemas, or on PVOD services, you will remember that The Proposal received a hilarious name-check by that lovely version of Deadpool with the long, flowing hair and the mushy and nice personality right before he was brutally slaughtered - oh, sorry Peanut, spoilers. The same joke also made fun of the self-referencing fourth wall breaking humor that the Marvel motor mouth has become known for,...

Just two shows into NCIS’ new season and storylines are heating up! During the series’ premiere, fans saw Timothy McGee (Sean Murray) interested in the Deputy Direction role. Even though he had worked as an interim director and experience as an NCIS agent, the role was given to someone else: Gabriel Laroche (Seamus Dever), Department of Justice Inspector General.

Meanwhile, fans saw Lena Paulson (Marem Hassler) return in Episode 2, an agent for Germany’s federal intelligence service, Bundesnachrichtendienst (Bnd).

Lena debuted in Season 20 when fans discovered that she and Leon Vance (Rocky Carroll) were hooking up at international out-of-town conferences. At the end of Episode 2, their romance is made official when Lena gives Leon the key to her apartment.

Could the show be teasing an exit for him?

“NCIS”, Season 22 Spoilers – Leon Vance Decides To Retire?

Sadly, Leon’s wife Jackie Vance (Paula Newsome) died during an assassination attempt on...

Yellowstone season 2, episode 1, "A Thundering" sees the Dutton family at odds, the ranch hands getting restless, and the beginnings of begrudging respect between old foes. The first season of Yellowstone ends with the two-part finale, "The Unraveling", a violent and dramatic crescendo to the premiere season of Taylor Sheridan's beloved TV show. In that finale, Jamie's (Wes Bentley) political career gets knocked off track when his father halts his funding. Foolishly, Jamie lashes out, agreeing to a newspaper interview about John (Kevin Costner) and earning himself a new level of enmity from his family.

Beth (Kelly Reilly) is made the executor of the trust that holds Yellowstone Ranch, effectively making her the owner once John passes away, a reality that seems more possible than ever with John's cancer diagnosis. Monica (Kelsey Asbille) has left her husband Kayce (Luke Grimes), and the dejected man has relegated himself to the bunkhouse.

Rachel Bilson has returned to The Oc. Bilson has reprised her Summer Roberts role for a new ad campaign for 21Seeds, a brand of infused tequila. The Oc creators, Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage, are behind the video spots for the campaign, so they asked Bilson to appear. The three videos allude to memorable moments from the series.

The drama series, which stars Peter Gallagher, Kelly Rowan, Benjamin McKenzie, Rachel Bilson, Melinda Clarke, Mischa Barton, Tate Donovan, Alan Dale, Autumn Reeser, Chris Carmack, Willa Holland, Michael Cassidy, Michael Nouri, Samaire Armstrong, Cam Gigandet, and Jeff Hephner, aired for four seasons on Fox between 2003 and 2007. It follows the families living in Newport Beach.

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NCIS: Origins is the first spinoff to potentially bring back Kate Todd, a deceased NCIS character, due to its setting in the past. Kate Todd experienced a shocking death in NCIS season 2, marking the end of her character's presence in the NCIS universe. Kate Todd's appearance in NCIS: Origins could offer a glimpse into her life before her tragic death, potentially interacting with a younger Gibbs.

A new spinoff from NCIS can finally bring back a character who hasn't been able to appear in the NCIS universe in 19 years. Some characters are brought back to the franchise long after they depart, like when Anthony Dinozzo actor Michael Weatherly surprisingly returned in NCIS season 21. Characters can also return to the NCIS universe in other spinoff shows, like when LL Cool J's Sam Hanna joined the cast of NCIS: Hawai'i after his home series, NCIS: Los Angeles, was canceled in 2023.

Some characters...

Warning! Spoilers ahead for NCIS' 1000th episode.

NCIS 1000th episode celebrates the universe's history with an Easter egg-filled case. Director Vance survives the shooting, which is succeeded by a series of attacks on NCIS. NCIS' 1000th episode case is tied to the events of the mothership's pilot, "Yankee White," where Gibbs foiled an attempt at assassinating the President aboard Air Force One.

NCIS' 1000th episode case has the team look back at the show's history, resulting in an Easter egg-filled offering. CBS' premier procedural has been on the air since 2003, after Jag successfully launched a spinoff show, which became the franchise's mothership. Much has changed in the universe and the TV sphere since then, but NCIS remains steadfast in terms of ratings for the network. In fact, it doesn't show any signs of slowing down anytime soon. There's a string of new spinoffs that are currently in development and will...

The Young and the Restless (Y&r) spoilers reveal that the role of Harrison Locke has been recast with Redding Munsell. Kellen Enriquez debuted in the role in 2021.

Harrison is the biological son of Kyle Abbott (Michael Mealor) and Tara Locke (Elizabeth Leiner). Munsell will be first seen in the role on April 12.

Tara went to prison for embezzlement years ago and since then Kyle and Summer Newman (Allison Lanier) have raised him. But that all ended with the couple’s breakup. Here’s what the recast means for the character and storylines going forward.

The Young And The Restless Spoilers – Will Tara Locke Come Back

Harrison came to Genoa City, Wisconsin with his mother, Tara Locke, and her then-husband, Ashland Locke.

It was later revealed that Kyle and Tara had had a fling back in the day, and eventually it was determined that Kyle is Harrison’s dad, not Ashland.

Andrew Cunanan had a tragic childhood, witnessing his father's abuse and experiencing financial ruin. Cunanan was highly intelligent, even memorizing an entire encyclopedia set, but struggled with fitting in with wealthier peers. Cunanan's ultimate motive for killing Gianni Versace was jealousy, as he coveted Versace's wealth, fame, and acceptance as a gay celebrity.

Following the release and success of 2018's The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, many are wondering what the true story of the infamous spree killer, Andrew Cunanan, actually is and what information the show left out. Created by Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski, American Crime Story is a Ryan Murphy-produced true crime anthology series in which each season focuses on a different true crime event with a new set of characters. Season 1, The People v. O.J. Simpson, chronicles the O.J. Simpson murder trial, and season 3 is called Impeachment and focuses on the Clinton-Lewinsky sex scandal.

Flashdance not only left its mark on cinema, but also on 80s fashion, unintentionally creating a legendary look with Jennifer Beals' cutoff sweatshirt. The iconic film is now set to be adapted into a television series, led by Dear White People creator Justin Simien, bringing the story into the modern era. Simien's successful track record and storytelling ability make him a great choice to revive Flashdance, adding to Paramount+'s lineup of classic reboots.

Flashdance not only marked an era for cinema, but also for fashion, exposing the best of 80s clothing. However, it seems that one of its protagonist's most characteristic looks was, in fact, an accident. Released in 1983, the film directed by Adrian Lyne is considered a classic of the 80s. The story centers on a young aspiring dancer named Alex, who dreams of being a successful artist. However, her reality is very different. By day, she works in a metallurgical welder,...

Jennifer Beals in Flashdance Photo: Paramount Pictures When Flashdance hit theaters 40 years ago, on April 15, 1983, it seemed destined to fail. Young director Adrian Lyne had passed on the script twice because he felt it lacked depth, but he ultimately took on the project because needed a second movie under his belt.

The makers of Flashdance hoped for a hit, but no one had a feeling it would become a generation-defining sensation.

The Paramount film marked the first collaboration of producers Jerry Bruckheimer and Don Simpson, later known for blockbusters like Beverly Hills Cop and Top Gun. With a script co-written by Joe Eszterhas (Basic Instinct), Flashdance centered on Alex, a teenage welder in Pittsburgh who spends her nights performing at a cabaret bar but dreams of becoming a professional dancer.

Bruckheimer remembers the film’s team struggling to choose the lead, but that director Adrian Lyne was sold on newcomer Jennifer Beals. “The bosses at Paramount couldn’t make up their minds, so they brought all the secretaries in to view the screen tests, and they all picked Jennifer,” Bruckheimer tells The Hollywood Reporter.

Among the performers in the mix for the male lead of Nick, the steel mill owner who falls for employee Alex,...

It’s time for a new episode of The Arrow in the Head Show, and in this one hosts John “The Arrow” Fallon and Lance are looking back at the 1987 sci-fi horror film The Hidden (watch it Here). To find out what they had to say about the movie, check out the video embedded above!

Directed by Jack Sholder from a screenplay written by Bob Hunt, The Hidden has the following synopsis: Something hideous is changing law-abiding citizens into monstrous, hyperviolent psychopaths. A series of bizarre, inexplicable robberies and murders have L.A. police detective Tom Beck totally baffled. And it doesn’t help when mysterious FBI agent Lloyd Gallagher tells him that a demonic extraterrestrial creature is invading the bodies of innocent victims – and transforming them into inhuman killers with an unearthly fondness for heavy-metal music, red Ferraris and unspeakable violence!

The film stars Kyle MacLachlan, Michael Nouri, Richard Brooks,...

Following the massive success of Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, Netflix has ordered a Season 2 of Ryan Murphy‘s latest project for the streamer, The Watcher. But does the series really need another season? “Audiences can’t take their eyes off Monster and The Watcher. The creative team of Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan on Monster along with Eric Newman on The Watcher are masterful storytellers who captivated audiences all over the world,” Bela Bajaria, Head of Global TV of Netflix, said in a statement upon the announcement of boths shows’ renewal. “The back-to-back force of these two series is due to Ryan’s distinct original voice, which created cultural sensations, and we are thrilled to continue telling stories in the Monster and Watcher universe,” she concluded. Alongside breakout Jennifer Coolidge, The Watcher boasts a star-studded cast, including Naomi Watts, Bobby Cannavale, Mia Farrow, Margo Martindale, Richard Kind, Terry Kinney,...

Although based on a real-life story, Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan's The Watcher manages to conjure a world of its own, full of interesting characters and possible suspects. Throughout the course of Season 1, The Watcher explores the possibility of multiple individuals being the Watcher. From the retired English professor Roger Kaplan (Michael Nouri) to the former occupant of the house, Andrew (Seth Gabel), all remain possible suspects, based on circumstantial evidence. Importantly, Season 1 of The Watcher ends with Dean (Bobby Cannavale) and Nora (Naomi Watts) moving out of Boulevard 657, but the move doesn't ensure that the new occupants will not be haunted by the letters of the Watcher. Along with the identity of the Watcher, the showmakers have also left some other unanswered questions open for speculation. With Netflix renewing The Watcher for Season 2, there are many angles to explore in what could be another thrilling season.

Ryan Murphy has another anthology after Netflix ordered two additional installments of his Monster franchise following the success of Dahmer.

The streamer has also ordered a second season of his drama series The Watcher.

Neither move is a surprise given the ratings success of both shows, particularly the outsized ratings of Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, which is on course to reach 1B hours viewed in the coming weeks.

Both Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story and The Watcher come from American Horror Story co-creator Murphy and Glee co-creator Ian Brennan.

Netflix didn’t disclose what the two additional installments of the Monster anthology franchise will cover but said that they will “tell the stories of other monstrous figures who have impacted society”.

Murphy is behind an incredible number of franchises including American Horror Story, American Horror Stories, American Crime Story, American Love Story, Feud and 9-1-1.

The...

Ryan Murphy is continuing his reign over Netflix.

His real-estate thriller The Watcher is the most-watched series on Netflix for the second week in a row, with 148.2M hours viewed. That’s in addition to the 125M hours it racked up in its first week on the streamer, totaling 273.2M hours viewed since release.

In its second week, The Watcher made it to the top of the charts in 65 countries — compared to 90 countries in the first week of release.

After launching on October 13, The Watcher dethroned Murphy’s other new series, the Evan Peters-led Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, from the top of the Netflix Top 10 chart. The serial killer series had spent 21 days in first place, helping it to become Netflix’s second most-popular English-language series of all time.

Dahmer now remains in second place on the Netflix Top 10 list, with 69.11M additional hours viewed last week.

The Watcher, a mystery thriller that’s based on a true story, follows the lives of a family who moves into an idyllic home in Westfield, New Jersey, only to be repeatedly harassed as anonymous letters from a stalker begin to show up.

Margo Martindale recently sat down for a conversation with uInterview founder Erik Meers to discuss what it was like working with Ryan Murphy.

“I wanted to play this character because there’s a Ryan Murphy role, a Ryan Murphy world and I really love the genre. I love thrillers,” Martindale revealed. “This is my second show working with him and he kind of speaks my language. He’s funny. He’s very funny. He also understands what audiences want and he’s incredibly versatile. I just enjoy him terribly, I really do.”

Martindale also revealed her favorite behind-the-scenes moment.

“There was a scene towards the end where...

Ryan Murphy continues to rack up the numbers on Netflix.

Deadline revealed on Friday that his latest series, real-estate thriller The Watcher, had dethroned his other show Dahmer at the top of Netflix’s daily chart.

This came after 21 consecutive days at the top for the serial killer thriller, helping it to become Netflix’s second most popular English-language series of all time.

The Watcher, which launched on October 13, has now been viewed for 125M hours in its first five days on the service.

Dahmer, for instance, racked up 196.2M hours in its first five days.

The Naomi Watts and Bobby Cannavale-fronted series made it into the top 10 in 90 countries.

The seven-part series is actually Murphy’s third title in the charts this week with Mr. Harrigan’s Phone staying in the feature film list with 20M hours viewed.

Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story also pulled in...

Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including red carpets for Black Adam, Halloween Ends, The Watcher and the New York Film Festival.

New York Film Festival

The annual film fest continued its second week at Lincoln Center with screenings for Women Talking, Armageddon Time, She Said and The Inspection.

Claire Foy, Judith Ivey, Michelle McLeod, Sheila McCarthy, Sarah Polley, Rooney Mara, Kate Hallett and Liv McNeil attend the red carpet event for ‘Women Talking’ on Oct. 10 in New York City. Producer Marc Butan, Focus Features vice chairman Jason Cassidy, Jeremy Strong, Anne Hathaway, director James Gray, Banks Repeta, Jaylin Webb, Focus Features president of production and acquisitions Kiska Higgs, Focus Features chairman Peter Kujawski and producer Rodrigo Teixeira at the ‘Armageddon Time’ screening on Oct. 12. Jodi Kantor, Zoe Kazan, Megan Twohey and Carey Mulligan attend the red...

Plot: After the Brannock family moves into what was supposed to be their suburban dream home, it quickly becomes a living hell. Ominous letters from someone calling themself “The Watcher” are just the beginning as the neighborhood’s sinister secrets come spilling out. Inspired by the true story of the infamous “Watcher” house in New Jersey.

Review: Ryan Murphy’s Netflix megadeal has churned out some interesting projects over the years with a focus on adapting well-known true-crime and biographical stories. Most recently, Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story became a massive hit for the streaming service despite the controversial approach to adapting the serial killer’s infamous story. Now, Murphy and longtime collaborator Ian Brennan are back with another adaptation of a true-crime story, this time one that is somewhat scarier than Monster but in a much different way. The Watcher, inspired by a New York Magazine article by Reeves Wiedeman,...

The Watcher looks set to be one of the most chilling new shows of the fall.

Netflix unveiled the twisty trailer and premiere date for Ryan Murphy's latest limited series for the streaming service on Saturday during its Tudum Global Fan Event.

Thursday, October 13 is the premiere date, meaning we don't have long to wait to binge the heck out of what is sure to be another shocking series.

"Dean (Bobby Cannavale) and Nora Brannock (Naomi Watts) just purchased their dream home in the idyllic suburb of Westfield, New Jersey, but after putting all of their savings into closing the deal, they soon realize the neighborhood is less than welcoming," the logline teases.

"There’s a kooky older woman named Pearl (Mia Farrow) and her brother Jasper (Terry Kinney), who sneaks into the Brannock’s house and hides in their dumbwaiter."

"There’s Karen (Jennifer Coolidge), the realtor and...

Naomi Watts and Bobby Cannavale are going up against an unknown assailant in the first trailer for Netflix’s upcoming series “The Watcher.” (Watch it above.)

The series is based on a story written for New York Magazine and follows a family who were ultimately threatened and pressured into leaving their newly-bought mansion after a mysterious stalker began sending them letters in the mail.

“Your house is my obsession and now you are too,” an ominous voice says in the trailer, as chilling music plays in the background. “Who am I? It might not frighten you yet, but it will.”

As the trailer continues, the music gets more ominous and the characters become more frantic.

Cannavale’s character says he moved his family so that they could feel “safe,” but now they’re fearing for their lives. While they’re advised to get out as soon as they can, Watts...

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Ryan Murphy has officially listed his next house — another one that comes with chilling baggage.

The American Horror Story creator, whose FX anthology was centered around a haunted home, has dropped a trailer for his next Netflix series, The Watcher, which is about a home, and a family, that is being stalked to sinister degree. The series releases Oct. 13.

The limited series, which notes that it’s based on the shocking true story of the infamous “Watcher” house in New Jersey, stars Naomi Watts and Bobby Cannavale, a married couple who move their family into a new suburban home. The trailer, however, shows that everyone around them, particularly the anonymous “watcher” of their home, knows they have bought more than they bargained for.

“Do you know the history of the house? I’ve been put in charge of watching you. This message will not be the last.

Promoting a TV show when there are countless offerings out there is tough.

Netflix is taking a different approach for Ryan Murphy's limited series The Watcher, which is on track for a fall launch.

The streaming service released a clip of Jennifer Coolidge in character as realtor Karen Calhoun.

The intent?

To sell the house that serves as the setting for the show.

It's a decent method of promotion.

Coolidge has had some iconic roles throughout her career, and we're sure Karen will be another quote-worthy addition to her resume.

"Dean (Bobby Cannavale) and Nora Brannock (Naomi Watts) just purchased their dream home in the idyllic suburb of Westfield, New Jersey, but after putting all of their savings into closing the deal, they soon realize the neighborhood is less than welcoming," the logline teases.

"There’s a kooky older woman named Pearl (Mia Farrow) and her brother Jasper (Terry Kinney...

The trailer for Netflix’s The Watcher limited series plays like a walk-through of a house for sale, with Jennifer Coolidge starring as the realtor who guides interested buyers through their potential new digs. The limited series is based on the true story of a family who purchased 657 Boulevard, Westfield, New Jersey and were immediately targeted with creepy letters signed by “The Watcher.”

Netflix’s campaign for the series includes an actual listing of the residence on Zillow. The listing is by Karen Calhoun (Coolidge) and features photos, a detailed description of the home, and the series’ walk-through trailer.

The limited series’ cast includes Naomi Watts, Bobby Cannavale, Mia Farrow, Margo Martindale, and Terry Kinney. Joe Mantello, Richard Kind, Noma Dumezweni, Christopher McDonald, Michael Nouri, Isabel Gravitt, Henry Hunter Hall, and Luke David Blumm also star.

Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan created The Watcher and executive produce along with Alexis Martin Woodall,...

Netflix has unveiled an unconventional teaser for Ryan Murphy’s upcoming limited series The Watcher. It’s also the streamer’s first official confirmation of the series.

The White Lotus star Jennifer Coolidge hosts a three-minute “open house” video as realtor Karen Calhoun.

“Hi, I’m Karen Calhoun from Darren Dunn Realty,” says Coolidge at the opening of the teaser. “This is 657 Boulevard,” she continues, “and this is my listing.”

“Are you ready?, your dream home awaits,” she adds.

The teaser could pass for a legit open house tour, except for a couple of things that are a bit telling — such as when Karen suggests you could fit an entire body in the home’s dumbwaiter, and when she fears opening the bedroom curtains because of “weird neighbors” who might be peering in.

Co-created by Murphy and Ian Brennan, the series, starring Naomi Watts and Bobby Cannavale,...

Jennifer Coolidge is a woman of many talents, including, apparently, selling homes. Netflix introduced us to her latest character, real estate agent Karen Calhoun, in a clip Friday promoting Ryan Murphy’s new series, “The Watcher.”

In the video, Coolidge shows off 657 Boulevard, the infamous New York house from the new limited series. “The Watcher” is based on a story written for New York Magazine and follows a family who were ultimately threatened to leave their newly bought mansion after a mysterious stalker began sending them letters in the mail.

Coolidge gives a tour of the property in painstaking detail, as any luxury real estate agent would, highlighting the best features in the house — including the fifth bathroom, which was thrown in “just for fun.”

“There is nothing like this in the world,” she says as she twirls through one of the rooms. And of course, she had to show off the fully intact dumbwaiter,...

Showrunner Eric Kripke joins podcast hosts Josh Olson and Joe Dante to discuss a few of his favorite films.

Show Notes: Movies Referenced In This Episode

The Howling (1981) – Josh Olson’s trailer commentary, Randy Fuller’s wine pairings

Piranha (1978) – Jon Davison’s trailer commentary, Randy Fuller’s wine pairings, Charlie Largent’s Blu-ray review

Gremlins (1984) – Glenn Erickson’s Blu-ray review, Tfh’s Mogwai Madness

Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990)

My Octopus Teacher (2020)

The Evil Dead (1983) – Fede Alvarez’s trailer commentary

Evil Dead II (1987) – Mike Mendez’s trailer commentary, Alex Kirschenbaum’s review

Meet The Feebles (1989) – Mike Mendez’s trailer commentary

Dead Alive a.k.a. Braindead (1992) – Mike Mendez’s trailer commentary

Bad Taste (1987) – Ti West’s trailer commentary

Infested (2002)

Super (2010)

Forrest Gump (1994)

The Hidden (1987) – Mike Mendez’s trailer commentary, Charlie Largent’s Blu-ray review

Uhf (1989)

Fat Guy Goes Nutzoid (1986)

The Dead Pit (1989)

Batgirl (2022) – Unreleased film

The Fantastic Four (1994) – Unreleased film...

The Flashdance series reboot has moved a step closer to the ballroom after Justin Simien boarded the Paramount+ project.

The Dear White People creator will adapt and direct the contemporary take on the classic Paramount Pictures film.

It comes after the project first emerged in development at CBS All Access in October 2020, with Tracy McMillan set to write the script and Angela Robinson on board to direct.

Simien signed an overall deal in August with Paramount Television Studios, which is behind the adaptation, moving from Lionsgate, where he produced four seasons of Dear White People, adapted from his own feature film for Netflix. The series aired its fourth and final season in September.

Paramount+ Renews ‘Seal Team’, ‘Mayor Of Kingstown’, ‘The Game’

The McMillan- and Robinson-led Flashdance reboot is set to revolve around a young Black woman with ballet dreams and a strip club reality who struggles to find her...

Spoiler Alert: This story contains details of Sunday night’s Season 4 premiere of Paramount Network’s Yellowstone.

The close of Season 4 of Paramount’s wildly popular Yellowstone left major questions about the viability of the Dutton Clan and their sprawling ranch. John Dutton (Kevin Costner) was shot up and left for dead by a roadside, as a slug hitting the cell phone in his shirt pocket was the only thing that kept his heart beating; daughter Beth (Kelly Reilly) was cleaning out her office after being fired when the windows shattered onto the street after her assistant opened a box with a bomb packed in it. And Kayce (Luke Grimes) was last seen overturning his desk and returning fire as gunmen sprayed automatic weapon fire in his direction.

And the list of suspects was great: Could it have been black sheep son Jamie at the prodding of his murderous biological...

Exclusive: Betsy Brandt (Breaking Bad), Jonathan Del Arco (Major Crimes), Dan Bucatinsky (Scandal), Steve Kazee (Shameless) and Susan Sullivan (The Kominsky Method) have signed on to star in The Grotto, the first feature written and directed by Tony Award-winning actress Joanna Gleason (Into the Woods).

The film centers on Alice (Brandt), who uncovers her recently deceased fiancé’s secret past when she inherits part ownership of a forgotten nightclub in the Mojave Desert.

Del Arco will play Victor, the owner of the nightclub, with Bucatinsky portraying Alice’s new best friend, Kip. The roles played by Kazee and Sullivan have not yet been disclosed.

Actors set to appear in supporting roles include Miguel Sandoval (Station 19), Caroline Aaron (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel), Michael Nouri (Damages), Amy Aquino (Bosch), Lindsay Mendez (Broadway’s Carousel) and Kevin Chamberlin (Broadway’s Seussical).

Ouroboros Entertainment’s Laure Sudreau is producing the film, alongside Todd Shotz,...

A new two-hour documentary about Janet Jackson, simply titled “Janet,” will premiere in January 2022 on Lifetime and A&e in celebration of the star’s 40th anniversary of her debut album.

Jackson released a teaser for the documentary, in which fellow musicians such as Mariah Carey and Paula Abdul speak about their relationship with the singer. Jackson’s family members make appearances as well, with clips of the late Michael Jackson with his younger sister in home videos, as well as Tito Jackson saying, “She will always be my baby sister.”

Beneath the teaser is Jackson’s 1986 “Control,” which speaks to how she has taken charge of her own narrative and would like to speak in her own words about her life. “This is my story told by me, not through someone else’s eyes,” Jackson says.

The “Janet” documentary has been five years in the making, with the film...

“Paper Empire,” a new series from creator Robert Gillings, has added actors Danny Glover and Richard Grieco.

The project, acquired by Hannibal Pictures during this year’s European Film Market, has a previously announced cast Including Wesley Snipes, Denise Richards, Robert Davi, Steve Guttenberg, Michael Nouri, Robert Knepper, and Anne Archer.

Gillings serves as writer-director on the project, which follows Laurence Fintch (Davi) of Fintch Wealth Management Services, who has become one of the greatest financial fraudsters by using his “Digital Limbo” cryptocurrency blockchain technology. After an FBI pursuit, Fintch is taken into custody and ends up behind bars but hatches a plan for a daring breakout to redefine the digital world.

Michael Tadross Jr., Bernard Salzman, David Ruggieri, and Edward Pershing serve as executive producers on the show, which is currently seeking distribution.

Glover is best known for his roles in Steven Spielberg’s “The Color Purple,” the “Lethal Weapon” franchise,...

Wesley Snipes TV Series Being Sold During EFM

Exclusive: Hannibal is launching sales at the virtual EFM on action TV series Paper Empire, starring Wesley Snipes, Robert Davi, Denise Richards, Steve Guttenberg, Anne Archer, Robert Knepper, Michael Nouri, and guest appearances from Kelsey Grammer and Danny Glover. The show was penned and directed by Robert Gillings and executive-produced by Michael Tadross Jr., Alexander Nistratov, and William Heming. Filmed in Miami Fl and NY, the series follows Laurence Fintch (Davi) of Fintch Wealth Management Services, who seems to have it all figured out to become the greatest financial fraudster through the use of his cryptocurrency technology. After an FBI pursuit Fintch ends up in jail but hatches a plan for a daring breakout. The first eight episodes have been completed with production to resume for the filming of two additional episodes.

Utopia Launches Shit & Champagne

Exclusive: U.S. sales firm Utopia...

The more Massimo digs, the more trouble he gets into.

Tearing into Edward's documents that Sofia had stolen from the police revealed to Massimo the hole which he's in on Devils Season 1 Episode 7.

Any idea that Dominic felt sentimental about Massimo was swept aside, as Dominic's global strategy was uncovered by Massimo.

Not that what Dominic was planning was entirely clear, like much of the financial shenanigans on Devils. That's frustrating, but it would be difficult to fit much explanation into the narrative.

So let's leave it at, "You don't want to know how the sausage is made." That's the world economy in a nutshell: kielbasa.

The overview is that Dominic wanted to ruin the Euro in the hopes of strengthening the dollar, which was hard to do when the United States was still recovering from the Great Recession.

And Massimo was unknowingly involved with this plot since Dominic used...

Welcome back to Let’s Scare Bryan to Death! Joining us this month is Tarik Davis, a writer and actor whose work stretches across media platforms, from film and television to online content and even stage productions. He’s currently featured on Peacock’s The Amber Ruffin Show, where his horror sensibilities can’t help but peek through from time to time. Horror fans should also check him out in the short film Page One, the Stakes is High essay series that he wrote to explore hate and fascism through the lens of vampire films, and his video "Your 21st Century Woke Horror Host: Addison Hadley."

Given Davis’ eclectic mix of horror and sci-fi inspirations, I was excited when he recommended Jack Sholder’s 1987 film, The Hidden. I’ve had The Hidden on my radar ever since I heard it described as a better version of Jason Goes to Hell,...

A fan favorite returned one last time, seeking help from the task force.

Also, most of the team struck a blow for tourism on Hawaii Five-0 Season 10 Episode 20.

But first, couldn't Tani and Junior make it more than three episodes as a couple without getting into a tiff?

After three years as her partner, Junior didn't know that Tani was high maintenance?

He got up early and laid out a scrumptious breakfast spread, and she said they were moving too fast?

Seriously? It's the most important meal of the day.

At least Tani knew she'd screwed up and admitted as much to Hirsch because, well, he was available.

And he was surprisingly common-sensical in his advice to her, telling her that these kind of tiffs were going to happen in any new relationship.

Likewise, Grover recognized that Junior wasn't his usual stolid self after they questioned the wife of the carjacking victim.

Happy Golden Globes weekend!

Variety reporters and editors have been dispatched throughout Los Angeles to let you know what’s been happening before the HFPA hands out its trophies on Sunday.

Keep checking back today and tomorrow to find out who was doing what where and with whom.

Saturday, Jan. 4

Netflix

Cecconi’s, West Hollywood

To say the streamer’s pre-party was crowded is an understatement. It was a full house and more within minutes of the Ted Sarandos-hosted party’s start time at 5 p.m.

Joey King was one of the first to arrive. “I’m starving,” she said, as she popped a piece of asparagus from a plate of food into her mouth.

Fresh from a family vacation in Mexico, Ben Platt chatted with friends at the main bar. “You have the voice of an angel,” one woman said to Platt.

“The Politician” star answered, “Thank you for watching!

We’ve got questions, and you’ve (maybe) got answers! With another week of TV gone by, we’re lobbing queries left and right about shows including Hawaii Five-0, God Friended Me, The Walking Dead and Arrow!

1 | How was Hawaii Five-0‘s McGarrett away for eight weeks in Mexico, yet that storyline aired between the show’s Halloween and Thanksgiving episodes?

More from TVLineQuotes of the Week: The Walking Dead, Arrow, The Conners, Titans and MoreHawaii Five-0 Boss Addresses That Big Problem With the Magnum CrossoverRatings: Resident Eyes New Low, NCIS and Conners Tie Voice for Tuesday Win

2 | On Saturday Night Live,...

Vulture Watch

How goes the Unabomber investigation? Has the Manhunt: Unabomber TV show been cancelled or renewed for a second season on Discovery Channel? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Manhunt season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?

What's This TV Show About?

A Discovery scripted anthology series, Manhunt: Unabomber stars Sam Worthington, Paul Bettany, Chris Noth, Keisha Castle-Hughes, Jane Lynch, Mark Duplass, Michael Nouri, Brian d’Arcy James, Trieste Kelly Dunn, Elizabeth Reaser, Ben Weber, Jeremy Bobb, Lynn Collins, Katja Herbers, and Brian F. O’Byrne.

Manhunt: Unabomber recounts the true story of the FBI’s pursuit of a domestic terrorist thought to be the most lethal serial bomber of all time. The action centers on innovative FBI Agent...

Network: Discovery Channel, Spectrum Originals.

Episodes: Ongoing (hour).

Seasons: Ongoing.

TV show dates: August 1, 2017 — present.

Series status: Has not been cancelled.

Performers include: Sam Worthington, Paul Bettany, Chris Noth, Keisha Castle-Hughes, Jane Lynch, Mark Duplass, Michael Nouri, Brian d'Arcy James, Trieste Kelly Dunn, Elizabeth Reaser, Ben Weber, Jeremy Bobb, Lynn Collins, Katja Herbers, and Brian F. O’Byrne.

TV show description:

A scripted anthology series, the first season of the Manhunt TV show is titled Manhunt: Unabomber, but each season concentrates on a new manhunt. After season one, the series moved from Discovery to Spectrum's on-Demand platform.

The first installment recounts the true story of the FBI's pursuit of the Unabomber. This domestic terrorist is thought to be the most lethal...

1960: Coronation Street premiered. 1981: Gh's Bobbie

admitted to Noah that she was once a prostitute. 2005: Y&R's

Michael and Lauren were married. 2008: B&B's Steffy

grieved over her dead twin sister."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."

― Anselm Kiefer

"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.

On this date in...

1949: On The Guiding Light, Bert Miller (Ann Shepherd) married Bill Bauer (Lyle Sudrow).

1957: On The Edge of Night, Peter Dalton (Stephen Elliot) blasted Da Bruce Thompson (Brett Morrison) during his television speech for having an affair with Ruth Sherman. He also used what Ed (Les Damon) had...

Vulture Watch

What's in store for the Duttons? Has the Yellowstone TV show been cancelled or renewed for a second season on Paramount Network? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Yellowstone season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?  

What's This TV Show About?

A Paramount Network western from creators John Linson and Taylor Sheridan, Yellowstone stars Kevin Costner, Wes Bentley, Cole Hauser, Kelly Reilly, Luke Grimes, Gil Birmingham, Kelsey Asbille, Dave Annable, Brecken Merrill, Ian Bohen, Jefferson White Danny Huston, Josh Lucas, Gretchen Mol, Jill Hennessey, Patrick St. Esprit, Heather Hemmons, Denim Richards, and Michael Nouri. The family drama centers on the Duttons, a family of powerful and prosperous cattle ranchers.