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In the world of rising stars and child actors, let’s meet the 14-year-old prodigy Ryan Kiera Armstrong. Famously making headlines for her latest appearance in the Star Wars installment Skeleton Crew, Armstrong has grown up on the big screen in several blockbuster movies including the sequel to the horror flick It.

Ryan Kiera Armstrong in The Art of Racing in the Rain | image: 20th Century Studios

But while it’s interesting to learn about Ryan Kiera Armstrong and her legendary achievements at just 14 years of age, let’s take a look at the base of her talent. Diving deep into her family background, let us figure out the possible inspiration behind her phenomenal acting chops.

Who is Ryan Kiera Armstrong?

Born on March 10, 2010, in New York City to a Christian family, Ryan Kiera Armstrong is popularly known for her iconic achievement as a child star in the cut-throat entertainment industry.

Wildling Pictures has optioned Samantha M. Bailey’s psychological thriller “Woman on the Edge” for series adaptation.

The Toronto-based film and television production company is set to produce the series with Little Mama Media

“In a split second, Morgan Kincaid’s life changes forever,” reads the logline. “She’s on her way home from work when a complete stranger begs her to take her baby, then places the infant in her arms. Before Morgan can stop her, the distraught mother jumps in front of an oncoming train.”

“In complete shock and totally unaware of how the woman knew her name, the police take Morgan in for questioning. She soon learns that the woman who jumped was Nicole Markham, prominent CEO of the athletic brand Breathe. She also learns that no witness can corroborate her version of events, which means she has just become a murder suspect. To prove her innocence,...

Stars: Jordan Hayes, Max Topplin, James McGowan, Rosemary Dunsmore, Daniel Harroch | Written and Directed by Michael Nader

Michael Nader wrote the script for one of the more interesting and overlooked monster films of the last couple of years, Head Count. Now he’s back with The Toll, which he not only wrote but is the first feature he’s directed after several shorts.

The Toll is the latest entry in the “ride share from hell” genre that includes the likes of Spree, Ryde and Driven. And like the last of those films, this one has a supernatural edge to it that separates it from the majority of these films which rely exclusively on all to human monsters.

Cami has had a long, delay filled day of travelling. She just wants her driver Spencer to get her to her father’s place in the middle of nowhere. He turns out to...

"There's no one here!" Saban Films has released an official trailer for the indie supernatural horror film The Toll, heading straight-to-vod in March this year. This was originally to premiere at last year's SXSW Film Festival before it was cancelled. Described as "supernatural terror and spine-tingling suspense", this is one of the latest "ride-sharing horror thriller" films, but not in the usual way as things get creepy only once they arrive. A socially awkward driver and a weary passenger they try to make it to their destination while being haunted by a supernatural threat. By the end of this trailer it's obvious they end up trapped somewhere else. The main cast includes Jordan Hayes, Max Topplin, James McGowan, and Rosemary Dunsmore. This looks a bit strange overall and low quality, but perhaps it has frightening moments. Full trailer below. Here's the first official trailer (+ posters) for Michael Nader's The Toll,...

Written and directed by Michael Nader and due out in theaters, on demand and digital on March 26th, here's a look at the official trailer and poster for The Toll:

"Supernatural terror and spine-tingling suspense highlight this gripping journey into fear. When Cami orders a taxi service to take her to her father’s country home, she’s hoping for a quiet and uneventful ride. But a wrong turn by Spencer, her chatty driver, results in the car stalling on a dark and remote road. After several threatening and inexplicable occurrences, Cami and Spencer realize they are being watched—by an unseen presence that sees them as trespassers, and is ready to exact a deadly toll."

Writer/Director: Michael Nader Cast: Jordan Hayes, Max Topplin, James McGowan, Rosemary Dunsmore Producers: Max Topplin, Jordan Hayes, William Day Frank Genre: Horror, Thriller Run Time: 80 mins Rating: R for Language Throughout and...

Maddie Hasson and Genesis Rodriguez have signed on to star in “Fixation,” a female-driven psychological thriller from director Mercedes Bryce Morgan.

Hasson stars as Dora, a young woman at the center of an unusual murder trial. As the film progresses, Dora is subjected to a psychiatric evaluation, and as the tests become more personal — and frightening — she begins to question the true motives of her doctor and is forced to live through the recreations of her past.

The description of the project explains that the story is intended to be an exploration of how women are gaslit by men in positions of power and boasts a predominantly female, LGBTQ and Bipoc crew, both in front of and behind the camera, led by Morgan — a queer, Latina filmmaker.

Best known for directing “Stargate Origins,” the Facebook series “Five Points” and music videos like Marshmello and Bastille’s “Happier,” Morgan makes her...

In the past handful of years, the idea of using a rideshare service to get around has become extremely commonplace. It's something most of us don't even think twice before doing any more. Though, we are, ostensibly, getting a ride from a total stranger. What do we know about these people? Absolutely nothing! And that is at the very heart of the new horror flickThe Toll.

Director Michael Nader centers The Toll on Cami (Jordan Hayes), who is exhausted and orders a rideshare late at night from the airport. Her driver, Spencer (Max Topplin) is the awkward and unsettling type, as she quickly comes to discover on the way to her dad's place in the middle of nowhere. As Spencer's strange nature becomes increasingly prevalent, Cami's suspicions grow as well. Things dramatically escalate when the car breaks down on a secluded road, and they both come to find they're not alone.

A rideshare with a giggly geek driver who may be a serial killer. The staggering-through-the-ink-black-woods-with-nothing-but-a-flashlight look and mood of “The Blair Witch Project.” A mystic schlock demon like Candyman, the Slender Man, or the spectral figures from “The Strangers.” A Victrola in the middle of the road, cranking an ancient warbly ditty à la “The Shining.” A cabin full of snowy TV screens out of the “Poltergeist” showroom. Memories of suicide, filicide, and a rape where the victim was blamed…

Each of these elements, ably handled, might exude a concrete scary resonance. But what are they all doing in the same horror movie? You could say that Michael Nader, the writer-director of “The Toll,” jams them together in an original way, striking just the right note of disquieting genre mashup to keep the audience pleasingly off balance. Or you could say that he’s cooked up a low-budget casserole out...

Originally slated to premiere this month at the 2020 SXSW Film Festival, The Toll from writer/director Michael Nader was able to enjoy a virtual premiere on Sunday night, allowing indie genre fans the opportunity to get to see the film despite everything going on in the world right now. And as a whole, The Toll proved itself to be a pretty darned good psychological thriller, although it doesn’t nearly end quite as strongly as it starts.

The story in The Toll is pretty straightforward stuff: a young woman named Cami (Jordan Hayes) has just spent a long day traveling, and gets a ride share to take her from the airport to her dad’s house out in the middle of nowhere. Her driver, Spencer (Max Topplin), is a bit of a Chatty Cathy, with some of his jokes not quite landing the right way with Cami, but once they...

Next month, the 2020 SXSW Film Festival kicks off in Austin, Texas, and this week, we finally have a look at the fest’s killer Midnighter slate, which includes one of this writer’s favorite films from Sundance, Natalie Erika James’ Relic. The 2020 lineup also features another Sundance 2020 title, Run Sweetheart Run, as well the latest from filmmaker Natasha Kermani (who recently helmed Imitation Girl), entitled Lucky, and The Void co-director Steven Kostanski’s latest gore-fest, PG (Psycho Goreman).

Other featured Midnighters include Dembanger from John Berardo, Elle Callahan’s Witch Hunt, The Vigil from writer/director Keith Thomas, and the Belgian zombie flick, Yummy. Check out the full rundown to see all of this year’s Midnighters, which will play during SXSW 2020 this March.

Dembanger

Director: John Berardo, Screenwriters: John Berardo, Lindsay Lavanchy, Brian Frager

Ellery Scott's world unravels when her star athlete brother is murdered on campus amidst a brewing scandal,...

The annual South by Southwest Conference and Festival is known for having a lineup of programming that makes Austin bust at the seams — and its slate for the 27th edition of the film festival isn’t any different. After already unveiling its initial roster of films, SXSW has now announced its lineup of Midnighters, Festival Favorites, Shorts, Episodic Pilots, Special Events and more.

SXSW Midnighters section is a favorite among festival-goers as it includes weird, electric, and sometimes terrifying selection of titles. Featuring 10 genre films, the Midnighters slate includes an array of dark comedies, thrillers, sci-fi, mystery and slasher pics with a mix of established and first-time filmmakers. With Midnighters and addition of Festival Favorites as well as 10 additional film, the SXSW Film Festival now has a robust 135 total features on its slate.

SXSW runs March 13-22. Below you can read additions to the 2020 SXSW Film Festival lineup. You can...

Doctor Who

Michelle Gomez has revealed that she's willing to keep playing the villainous 'Missy' on "Doctor Who" for some time to come. Speaking with io9, she revealed:

"I am having so much fun with this character, probably a little too much fun. Occasionally in a career, you get one or two chances to just really enjoy your work and have it not feel like work—even though it is hard work. It's just a blessing. I'll play her as long as I can, as long as I'm standing. I'd play her in a wheelchair. I love Missy. She's great fun." The new season of "Doctor Who" returns this Saturday.

The Walking Dead

Xander Berkeley ("24") has reportedly been cast in a key recurring role in the second half of the upcoming sixth season of AMC's "The Walking Dead".

The character's name is being kept under wraps but is Not the...

Neil Marshall (Game of Thrones) has signed on to direct USA Network's drama pilot Poor Richard’s Almanack. Jordan Hayes (Helix) is set for a starring role in the project from writers Jim Danger Gray (Orange is the New Black) and Miguel Sapochnik (Game of Thrones), Legendary TV and Universal Cable Prods. Weaving between modern day and a possible future where characters have changed radically, Poor Richard’s Almanack is described as an edge-of-your-seat character thriller…...

Network: Syfy

Episodes: 26 (hour)

Seasons: Two

TV show dates: January 10, 2014 -- April 10, 2015

Series status: Cancelled

Performers include: Billy Campbell, Kyra Zagorsky, Neil Napier, Catherine Lemieux, Jordan Hayes, Mark Ghanime, Hiroyuki Sanada, and Meegwun Fairbrother.

TV show description:

This thriller TV series follows a team of scientists from the Centers for Disease Control. They travel to a high-tech research facility in the Arctic to investigate a possible disease outbreak and find themselves pulled into a terrifying life-and-death struggle that holds the key to mankind's salvation or total annihilation.

Doctor Alan Farragut (Billy Campbell) is the head of the Center's Special Pathogens Branch. Brilliant and intense, he's seen his share of action battling outbreaks and saving lives around the world. None of that compares to what he finds at the Arctic Biosystems...

Don't look for a third season of Helix on Syfy. The cable channel has cancelled the thriller series after two seasons and 26 episodes.

Helix follows a team of scientists from the Centers for Disease Control who travel to the Arctic. They find themselves pulled into a terrifying life-and-death struggle that could decide the future of humankind. The cast includes Billy Campbell, Kyra Zagorsky, Mark Ghanimé, Jordan Hayes, Neil Napier, Matt Long, Steven Weber, Jim Thorburn, and Christina Rosato.

The series debuted in January of 2014 and drew positive numbers for the cable channel. The first season ended up averaging a 0.45 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 1.39 million viewers.

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The SyFy hit “Helix” — from "Battlestar Galactica" and "Outlander" executive producer Ronald D. Moore — returns for a sophmore season of infectious contagions and the Ilaria Corporation machinations. But this time with a side order of crazy island cultists. Fifteen months after the demise of the Arctic Biosystems, the Center for Disease Control team is dispatched to the Northern Pacific Ocean. But what should’ve been a standard response to a potential deadly outbreak turns into a tangled mystery involving an island cult and genetically modified crops. Meanwhile, 40 years in the future, Julia Walker is on the same island searching for Alan…and answers. In the exclusive clip above from the latest episode, “Oubliette,” Dr. Peter Farragut thinks he’s tracked down the source of the infection. But will Brother Michael believe him? HitFix Harpy also spoke to "Helix" stars Jordan Hayes and Matt Long about what fans can look forward...

Last year, Helix did pretty well in the ratings so Syfy renewed it for a second season. Will the ratings rise or fall this time around? Cancelled or renewed for season three? Stay tuned.

A thriller series, Helix follows a team of scientists from the Centers for Disease Control who travel to the Arctic. They find themselves pulled into a terrifying life-and-death struggle that could decide the future of humankind. The cast includes Billy Campbell, Kyra Zagorsky, Mark Ghanimé, Jordan Hayes, Neil Napier, Matt Long, Steven Weber, Jim Thorburn, and Christina Rosato.

The ratings are typically the best indication of a show's likelihood of staying on the air. The higher the ratings, the better the chances for survival. This chart will be updated as new ratings data becomes available. (more…)...

Syfy's Arctic-set, pandemic-themed, sci-fi/horror series "Helix" became infamous last year for it's sheer craziness. Character and plot curveballs were thrown fast left and right to the point that it didn't make a whole lot of sense - especially towards the end.

The network has now released a new trailer for the show's second season which moves the action to a mysterious tropical island where a science-based cult is falling victim to a disease which Dr. Alan Farragut (Billy Campbell) and his team investigates.

Steven Weber looks to be essentially taking on the Hiroyuki Sanada role this time of the scientist in charge of the isolated locale who isn't letting on as to the extent of his involvement.

How the Ilaria group and the events of the finale tie into this is unknown at this point, but Julia (Kyra Zagorsky), Sarah (Jordan Hayes) and Peter (Neil Napier) are all returning.

By the time Season 1 ended, we were pretty disappointed in Syfy's "Helix," but some casting news for Season 2 has come in along with a few more details of what's ahead for the members of the Cdc so we thought we'd pass it on.

From the Press Release:

Syfy has announced that Steven Weber (pictured; "Wings," "Murder in the First") and Matt Long ("Mad Men," "Jack and Bobby") have joined the cast of its mysterious viral thriller "Helix."

The second season of "Helix" finds the doctors of the Centers for Disease Control, still haunted by the Narvik outbreak and the events that took place in Arctic Biosystems, investigating a deadly outbreak of a new disease on a Windjammer cruise ship. Their investigation leads them to a mysterious island inhabited by a cult with the hope of creating a utopian society.

Filming for the series’ 13-episode second season is currently under way in Montreal,...

Mad Men’s Matt Long will play a doctor in Syfy’s Helix…

A man who you might recognise from many things, Matt Long has joined the cast of Helix – a science-tinged thriller now entering its second season – in the role of leading toxicologist Dr. Kyle Sommer.

Matt Long appeared in Mad Men for seven episodes as Joey Baird, and also played a young Johnny Blaze way back in 2007’s Ghost Rider. His most recent credits are Private Practice and Lucky 7, both were recurring parts.

Helix, developed by Battlestar Galactica executive producer Ronald D. Moore and produced by Sony TV, will see him play the newbie in a team of scientists trying to stop a devastating disease outbreak. He joins The Killing’s Billy Campbell and House At The End Of The Street’s Jordan Hayes, among others, in a sizeable cast.

More news as we hear it.

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Day 3 of Sdcc '14 marks the end of an era with "True Blood's" last panel. It's joined by fellow fangers "The Vampire Diaries," the witches of "Salem" and "Ahs: Coven," "Grimm," Sin City, "Constantine," Troma, and lots more.

Per usual, we have the horror highlights along with info on a few other panels that should be of general interest (plus a couple of things for the kids). Be sure to visit the official 2014 San Diego Comic-Con website for the full lineup.

Day 3: Saturday, July 26, 2014

10 Am - The Simpsons

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Simpsons-no gifts please-with creator Matt Groening, executive producer Al Jean, supervising director Mike Anderson, and director for life David Silverman. Topics include the new Treehouse of Horror, Simpsorama, a visit from Homer Simpson and much, much more.

Saturday July 26, 2014 10:00am - 10:45am - Ballroom 20

10 Am - Idw: Summer Blockbusters!

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San Diego Comic-Con has released the full schedule of events for Saturday, July 26, following the Thursday and Friday schedules that were released the past two days. You can clickHere to view the lineup in its entirety, which includes numerous comic book panels and events, but we have pulled out all of the movie, DVD and TV-related panels for your convenience.

San Diego Comic-Con has released the full schedule of events for Saturday, July 26, following the Thursday and Friday schedules that were released the past two days. You can clickHere to view the lineup in its entirety, which includes numerous comic book panels and events, but we have pulled out all of the movie, DVD and TV-related panels for your convenience.

Saturday, July 26

The Simpsons

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Simpsons-no gifts please-with creator Matt Groening, executive producer Al Jean, supervising director MikeAnderson, and director for life David Silverman.

The Saturday TV schedule at the upcoming San Diego Comic-Con is all about superheroes, witches, freaks and vampires. But mostly superheroes.  DC and Warner Bros. have cooked up a comicbook extravaganza, booking three straight hours in Hall H in order to show off the highly anticipated series "Gotham" (making its world premiere), "The Flash" and "Constantine," plus the hit returning series "Arrow." Meanwhile, fans will say goodbye to "True Blood," while "American Horror Story" will be making its Sdcc debut. Plus, "Family Guy" meets "The Simpsons," Syfy returns to the Con, and more.  "The Simpsons" The animated legend is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a panel focusing on the new Treehouse of Horror, Simpsorama, and much, much more. When: Saturday July 26, 2014 10:00am - 10:45am  Where: Ballroom 20 Who: Creator Matt Groening, executive producer Al Jean, supervising director MikeAnderson, and director David Silverman. "Once Upon a Time"  The cast and...

With San Diego Comic-Con just two weeks away, the panel announcements are coming in hot and heavy, and now it's Syfy's turn to share what they'll be bringing with them to the big dance.

Thursday, July 24th

Sharknado 2: The Second One - 7:15-8:15 Pm in Room 6Bcf

Get your chainsaws ready! A #Sharknado is about to hit the Big Apple. Join Sharknado 2: The Second One stars Ian Ziering (Fin Shepard), Tara Reid (April Wexler), Vivica A. Fox (Skye), Kari Wuhrer (Ellen Shepard Brody), and Judah Friedlander (Bryan) plus director Anthony C. Ferrante as they take you into the eye of the social media and pop culture storm of the century. Get exclusive details on Syfy’s global blockbuster, which will ravage nearly 90 countries this July.

Friday, July 25th

"Dominion" - 5:30-6:30 Pm in Room 6De

When angels wage war on humans, you can bet...

Syfy has announced its Comic-Con 2014 line-up, which kicks off with a sneak peak of the eagerly awaited sequel Sharknado 2: The Second One, surely to be the most talked about movie of the summer. Also arriving in San Diego with new footage are original series Dominion, Helix, Defiance and Ascension.

Things kick off Thursday, July 24 as Sharknado 2: The Second One sweeps its storm of great whites into the convention center for never-before-seen footage and a cast Q&A. Things will then continue throughout the long weekend as Syfy rolls out its original series line-up on both Friday and Saturday.

Here is the schedule:

Thursday, July 24th:

Sharknado 2: The Second One

7:15Pm-8:15Pm Room 6Bcf

Get your chainsaws ready! A #Sharknado is about to hit the Big Apple. Join Sharknado 2: The Second One stars Ian Ziering, Tara Reid, Vivica A. Fox, Kari Wuhrer, Judah Friedlander and...

Stars: Billy Campbell, Hiroyuki Sanada, Kyra Zagorsky, Mark Ghanimé, Jordan Hayes, Meegwun Fairbrother, Neil Napier, Luciana Carro, Chimwemwe Miller | Created by Cameron Porsandeh | Produced by Ronald D. Moore

Helix, the latest series from Ronald D. Moore (creator of Battlestar Galactica), follows a team of scientists from the Centres for Disease Control who travel to a research facility in the Arctic to investigate a potential outbreak of disease. While there, they find themselves stuck in a life-or-death situation that could decide the fate of the future of mankind.

I’ll be honest, I never really got Ronald Moore’s version of Battlestar Galactica – for me the show was all about the huge adventure of space, not the small arguments between the humans exploring the cast galaxies. I was obviously in the minority as the show had, and still has, a very vocal following amongst fans. I was hoping that this latest sci-fi show,...

To mark the release of Helix Season 1 on 30th June, we’ve been given 3 copies to give away on DVD.

Helix is an intense thriller about a team of scientists from the Centers for Disease Control who travel to a high-tech research facility in the Arctic to investigate a possible disease outbreak, only to find themselves pulled into a terrifying life-and-death struggle that holds the key to mankind’s salvation or total annihilation.

Executive produced by Ronald D. Moore (TV’s “Battlestar Galactica”), Steven Maeda (TV’s “Lost,” “CSI: Miami,” “The X-Files”), who also serves as showrunner, and Lynda Obst (Contact), Helix was created by co-executive producer Cameron Porsandeh and stars an ensemble cast, including Billy Campbell (TV’s “The Killing”), Hiroyuki Sanada (The Wolverine), Kyra Zagorsky (TV’s “Motive”), Mark Ghanimé (TV’s “The Hunters”), Jordan Hayes (House at the End of the Street), Cat Lemieux (White House Down...

A team of scientists in the Arctic find themselves face-to-face with an adversary that, if unleashed on the world, could destroy life as we know it. Though it may sound similar to John Carpenter’s The Thing, Syfy’s original series Helix is its own creature… and a mutated, infectious one at that. With all thirteen of its first season episodes having aired earlier this year, Helix is now headed to Blu-ray and DVD, with a generous amount of bonus features for fans to enjoy.

According to Blu-ray.com, Helix: The Complete First Season will be available on Blu-ray and DVD on July 1st via Syfy and Sony Pictures Television. In addition to showcasing all the high-tension carnage in beautiful high-definition, the Blu-ray & DVD release of Helix comes with bonus features galore:

Special features include:

Fabricating the Plague (Blu-ray Exclusive) – From conceiving the look of the virus in stages...

The explosive "Helix" Season 1 finale that aired last night left many unanswered questions. Fortunately, if you're curious about the answers to said questions, you already know Season 2 is on its way in 2015. Here's a quick teaser to further whet your appetite for what happens next.

"Helix" is executive produced by Ronald D. Moore ("Battlestar Galactica," "Outlander"); Steven Maeda ("Lost," "The X-Files"), who is also showrunner; and Lynda Obst (Contact). The series is produced by Tall Ship Productions, Kaji Productions, and Lynda Obst Productions in association with Sony Pictures Television.

"Helix," was created by co-executive producer Cameron Porsandeh and features Billy Campbell (Killing Lincoln, "The Killing"), Hiroyuki Sanada (The Wolverine, 47 Ronin), Kyra Zagorsky ("Supernatural"), and Mark Ghanimé ("Emily Owens, M.D.") as well as guest stars Jordan Hayes (House at the End of the Street), Meegwun Fairbrother, and Neil Napier (Riddick).

As of the end of the Season 1 finale Episode 1.13, "Dans l'Ombre,...

Take the ‘science’ of Outbreak, and mix it with the claustrophobia, isolation, paranoia and freezing temperatures of The Thing, and you have Helix – Syfy’s science fiction thriller show, created by Cameron Porsandeh. With its first season proving to be a big hit with audiences watching on DVR, the show has earned a renewal for a second season.

The premise of the show sees a small group of scientists from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, travel to a remote and mysterious scientific research facility in the Arctic. They are tasked with investigating and resolving a potentially deadly outbreak of an unknown disease. As the situation spirals rapidly out of control, the complexities of relationships and the suspicious agendas within the groups trapped together are gradually revealed.

Taking in aspects reminiscent of zombie-themed narratives, and featuring global and local politics, workplace complications and good old-fashioned corruption, Helix is an...

The scientists on Syfy's Helix have a tough battle ahead -- not unlike a new TV show's fight for survival. Will this series be renewed for a second season or will it be cancelled due to low ratings instead? Stay tuned.

A thriller series, Helix follows a team of scientists from the Centers for Disease Control who travel to the Arctic and find themselves pulled into a terrifying life-and-death struggle. The cast includes Billy Campbell, Catherine Lemieux, Hiroyuki Sanada, Jordan Hayes, Kyra Zagorsky, Mark Ghanimé, Meegwun Fairbrother, and Neil Napier.

The ratings are typically the best indication of a show's likelihood of staying on the air. The higher the ratings, the better the chances for survival. This chart will be updated as new ratings data becomes available.

3/28 update: The show has been renewed for a second season.

With its Season One finale, "Dans l'Ombre," airing tonight, the timing of this announcement that "Helix" has been renewed for another season on Syfy couldn't have come at a better time! Read on for the details.

From the Press Release:

"Helix," Syfy’s chilling scripted drama, has been renewed for a second season, it was announced today by Bill McGoldrick, Evp, Original Content, Syfy. The 13-episode second season will commence production later this year with an eye towards a winter 2015 premiere.

Said McGoldrick, “'Helix' has built one of our most loyal and consistent audiences in its first season on Syfy. The incredibly talented writing and producing team have crafted a thriller that consistently delivered suspense, twists, and high quality drama. We look forward to growing this passionate audience in what promises to be an even more memorable second season.”

"Helix" premiered on January 10, 2014, as the top cable scripted...

Ahead of tonight’s Helix season finale, Syfy has announced that the series has been officially renewed for a 13-episode second season:

“Helix, Syfy’s chilling scripted drama, has been renewed for a second season, it was announced today by Bill McGoldrick, Evp, Original Content, Syfy. The 13-episode second season will commence production later this year, with an eye towards a winter 2015 premiere.

Said McGoldrick, “Helix has built one of our most loyal and consistent audiences in its first season on Syfy. The incredibly talented writing and producing team have crafted a thriller that consistently delivered suspense, twists and high quality drama. We look forward to growing this passionate audience in what promises to be an even more memorable second season.”

Helix premiered on January 10, 2014, as the top cable scripted entertainment program in the time period, and helping Syfy rank as the #2 cable entertainment network among both Adults 25-54 (1.6 million...

"Helix" went a bit off the rails in the last few weeks, but with only one episode left, we're sticking with it just to see how things wind up. If you are, too, here are a half dozen images and Syfy's usual five-minute preview of Episode 1.13, "Dans l'Ombre."

The 13-episode Season 1, which stars Billy Campbell, Kyra Zagorsky, Jordan Hayes, Catherine Lemieux, Hiroyuki Sanada, Meegwun Fairbrother, Mark Ghanimé, and Neil Napier, wraps up with "Dans l'Ombre" ("In the Shadow") on Friday, March 28th. If and when confirmation comes for Season 2, we'll let you know.

"Helix" is executive produced by Ron Moore, creator of “Battlestar Galactica."

"Helix" Episode 1.13 - "Dans l'Ombre" (airs 3/28/14)

Alan (Campbell) tries to avert global disaster by battling The Scythe (Robert Naylor).

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Just two episodes remain in Season 1 of "Helix," and things are getting really tense up in the Arctic. This batch of stills and a sneak peek of Episode 1.12, "The Reaping," hold a few clues of how things are going to work out for our folks from the Cdc.

The 13-episode series stars Billy Campbell, Kyra Zagorsky, Jordan Hayes, Catherine Lemieux, Hiroyuki Sanada, Meegwun Fairbrother, Mark Ghanimé, and Neil Napier.

"Helix" is executive produced by Ron Moore, creator of “Battlestar Galactica."

"Helix" Episode 1.12 - "The Reaping" (airs 3/21/14)

Alan (Campbell), Walker (Zagorsky), Hatake (Sanada), and Daniel (Fairbrother) set a trap for an assassin who has been sent by Ilaria to retrieve both the virus and the cure.

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How can it be Day 11 of Helix already? Day 11 of only 13 days, and with one day equaling one episode, that means only three episodes left including tonight’s new one. And we only last week learned about The 500. Wow, how I love this show. I can Only Just Barely wait to see what’s next.

Here’s a little preview:

TV Spot: Helix – 111 Preview

Clip: Helix – 111 First Look

Helix, starring Billy Campbell, Hiroyuki Sanada, Kyra Zagorsky, Mark Ghanimé, Jordan Hayes, Meegwun Fairbrother, and Neil Napier, airs Fridays at 10/9c on Syfy.

We're surprised there hasn't been much chatter amongst our readers about Syfy's "Helix." There are just three episodes left, and we're loving every second of it! Here are some photos from Episode 1.11, "Black Rain," to get those of you who are also watching ready for Friday night.

The 13-episode series stars Billy Campbell, Kyra Zagorsky, Jordan Hayes, Catherine Lemieux, Hiroyuki Sanada, Meegwun Fairbrother, Mark Ghanimé, and Neil Napier.

"Helix" is executive produced by Ron Moore, creator of “Battlestar Galactica."

"Helix" Episode 1.11 - "Black Rain" (airs 3/14/14)

Peter (Napier) leads the Vectors in a desperate final attempt to spread the virus while the Cdc scientists work together and successfully create a cure just as their lives come under threat from Ilaria Corporation's deadly mercenaries.

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Kyra Zagorsky, Billy Campbell

Helix, Season 1, Episode 10: “Fushigi”

Written by Misha Green

Directed by Jeremiah Chechik

Airs Fridays at 10 Pm on Syfy

The absence of the Narvik virus during the activities of Day 9, as well as the worsening of Dr. Jordan’s condition, both weighed heavily on the Cdc team as well as Dr. Hatake. Despite the numerous other threats that the group has been exposed to since the Cdc touched down at Arctic Biosystems, the imminent danger of the Narvik virus has been an ever-present concern, making the theft of it worrisome. This week’s episode focuses on Dr. Farragut and Dr. Walker’s attempts to retrieve it, in another compelling outing that reveals more about the central characters and their relationships to each other.

The reveal of silver eyes indicating immortality is an intriguing one. For all the hints that have been dropped about nefarious and illegal activities at Arctic Biosystems,...

If you've been watching "Helix" on Syfy, you know one thing's for sure: That damn virus wants to be spread! In Episode 1.11, "Black Rain," Peter leads the vectors in a full-on attack of the base... and that's just the start of the problems.

The 13-episode series stars Billy Campbell, Kyra Zagorsky, Jordan Hayes, Catherine Lemieux, Hiroyuki Sanada, Meegwun Fairbrother, Mark Ghanimé, and Neil Napier.

"Helix" is executive produced by Ron Moore, creator of “Battlestar Galactica."

"Helix" Episode 1.11 - "Black Rain" (airs 3/14/14)

Peter (Napier) leads the Vectors in a desperate final attempt to spread the virus while the Cdc scientists work together and successfully create a cure just as their lives come under threat from Ilaria Corporation's deadly mercenaries.

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Day 10! Tonight we get to see Day 10 of Syfy‘s absolutely exceptional and addicting Helix. Only four more episodes this season. If you haven’t been watching, get on it! Considering all the twists and turns this show has taken in nine episodes, so far the only non-surprise reveal was last week’s reveal at the end. Of course maybe it was only meant to be a reveal to Julia. I can’t wait to see if that obnoxious scientist guy will try to get away with the virus in a shaving cream can. Need. More. Now.

Here’s a little something to tide us over until tonight:

Clip: Helix – 110 First Look

TV Spot: Helix – 110 Preview

And do yourself a favor: if you haven’t rewatched last week’s episode, do that. There’s always so much to notice, to pick up on, and the show moves fast enough that if you sneezed,...

With "Helix" Season 1 winding down, viewers are gonna want some answers, and that seems to be what's in store for us in Episode 1.10, "Fushigi." Per usual the photos provided by Syfy don't reveal much, but we also have the first five minutes and a preview of the ep.

The 13-episode series stars Billy Campbell, Kyra Zagorsky, Jordan Hayes, Catherine Lemieux, Hiroyuki Sanada, Meegwun Fairbrother, Mark Ghanimé, and Neil Napier.

"Helix" is executive produced by Ron Moore, creator of “Battlestar Galactica."

"Helix" Episode 1.10 - "Fushigi" (airs 3/7/14)

Alan (Campbell) and Julia (Zagorsky) travel to an abandoned satellite station in a last-ditch effort to call for help. Once there, they come across the truth behind Hatake's (Sanada) plan and Julia's condition. Meanwhile, Dr. Jordan (Hayes) makes a startling discovery of her own, which could mean a cure for cancer.

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Noooooo not Day 9 already! I mean, of course, Yay, Day 9! 5 more episodes of this completely addictive, creepy, smart, twisty, so mysterious, excellent season of Helix. I say “season” because Syfy simply must renew this show. Must. I just wish they’d stop making us wait so long to celebrate.

And by the way, when I wrote “get a head start” in last week’s post, I had no idea it would end up being a pun. This week I’m calling the “ahead” reference an “homage.” Thanks for the absolutely excellent work, Jeri Ryan.

Here are this week’s TV spot and clip. Dig in:

TV Spot: Helix – 109 Preview

Clip: Helix – 109 First Look

Helix, starring Billy Campbell, Hiroyuki Sanada, Kyra Zagorsky, Mark Ghanimé, Jordan Hayes, Meegwun Fairbrother, and Neil Napier, airs Fridays at 10/9c on Syfy.

We're kind of surprised more of our readers aren't talking about Syfy's "Helix" since it's a great mix of horror, sci-fi, and mystery. If you're still watching along with us, here's a fresh batch of stills from Episode 1.09, "Level X."

The 13-episode series stars Billy Campbell, Kyra Zagorsky, Jordan Hayes, Catherine Lemieux, Hiroyuki Sanada, Meegwun Fairbrother, Mark Ghanimé, and Neil Napier.

"Helix" is executive produced by Ron Moore, creator of “Battlestar Galactica."

"Helix" Episode 1.09 - "Level X" (airs 2/28/14)

Secrets come to the light, and unlikely alliances are established when Hatake (Sanada) reveals a startling truth about the real reason the Cdc is at the base. At the same time, Alan (Campbell) and Walker (Zagorsky) take on a dangerous mission to destroy what's left of the Narvik virus.

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We're not sure how many more twists and turns "Helix" has up its sleeve, but we're certainly enjoying the ride so far. And even more revelations are promised in next week's Episode 1.09, "Level X." Here's a look at the first four minutes.

The 13-episode series stars Billy Campbell, Kyra Zagorsky, Jordan Hayes, Catherine Lemieux, Hiroyuki Sanada, Meegwun Fairbrother, Mark Ghanimé, and Neil Napier.

"Helix" is executive produced by Ron Moore, creator of “Battlestar Galactica."

"Helix" Episode 1.09 - "Level X" (airs 2/28/14)

Secrets come to the light, and unlikely alliances are established when Hatake reveals a startling truth about the real reason the Cdc is at the base. At the same time, Alan and Walker take on a dangerous mission to destroy what's left of the Narvik virus.

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Day 8. How did we get to Day 8 of Helix already? This series has been flying along, even after multiple watches. Friday nights can never come fast enough. And ohhh how I cannot wait to binge watch the whole series again, once it’s over. But for now, let’s get a head start on tonight’s new developments with this TV spot and the first almost-five minutes:

TV Spot: Helix – 108 Preview

Clip: Helix – 108 First Look

That Julia is quite a scamp. But come on, what happens next?!

Helix, starring Billy Campbell, Hiroyuki Sanada, Kyra Zagorsky, Mark Ghanimé, Jordan Hayes, Meegwun Fairbrother, Jeri Ryan, and Neil Napier, airs Fridays at 10/9c on Syfy.

As you may know, we here at SciFi Mafia are major, elemental, over-the-top, gushing fans of the smart, creepy, completely addictive Helix. After last week’s addition of Jeri Ryan as the teeth-filing Constance Sutton, we all have even more questions.

Ms. Ryan and showrunner Steven Maeda spoke with media outlets last week about the character and the show, and to start, I asked her what drew her to the role:

Jeri Ryan: You know, it was fun – well the concept of the show to begin with was sort of intriguing to me. I hadn’t seen any of it at that point because it was just being shot. I loved the people that were involved in it. So that was all really cool. And then when I sort of was hearing a little bit more about the character and I was seeing how she was written, then it was fun…...

Syfy hosted a Q&A with "Helix" guest star Jeri Ryan and exec producer/showrunner Steve Maeda last week, and they revealed quite a bit about what's ahead now that Constance Sutton (Ryan) has arrived in the Arctic.

Things kick off with some discussion about Sutton, who she really is and her motives, and then we hear about topics ranging from the likelihood of a second season, Jeri's love of gore, how long they can keep up the series' intensity, Hatake’s obsession with Walker, the current state of genre TV, and much, much more.

If you're a fan of the show and/or Ryan (whose appearance as Ilaria's corporate "face" first occurred this past Friday night in Episode 1.07, "Survivor Zero," and will continue in future eps), you'll want to grab your morning coffee or tea and settle in for a bit.

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Jeri Ryan's guest stint on "Helix" continues next week, but this almost 5-minute clip from Episode 1.08, "Bloodline," focuses on Alan, Sarah, and Julia.. ending with a startling confession by the latter.

However, the mysterious Constance Sutton (whom Ryan describes as "kind of a ball-buster") does figure prominently in several of the photos from the ep provided by Syfy.

"Helix" is executive produced by Ron Moore, creator of “Battlestar Galactica."

The 13-episode series stars Billy Campbell, Kyra Zagorsky, Jordan Hayes, Catherine Lemieux, Hiroyuki Sanada, Meegwun Fairbrother, Mark Ghanimé, and Neil Napier.

"Helix" Episode 1.08 - "Bloodline" (airs 2/21/14)

The vectors attack and take Peter's (Napier) body; Walker (Zagorsky) is held prisoner by Sutton (Ryan) after the true nature of Sutton's relationship with Hatake (Sanada) is revealed.

Meanwhile, Daniel (Fairbrother) gets closer to the truth about his past.

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When you love a show it can sometimes be nerve wracking when a big name guest star shows up. You hate to have the balance disrupted, or feel like the guest is just there to boost ratings. But just wait until you see Jeri Ryan in tonight’s Helix. She is an absolute powerhouse, and a perfect fit for this absolutely-’A'-list show. And oh kids, tonight’s episode is everything you want in a Helix episode and more.

You don’t have to wait until tonight to see what I mean; check out the first four minutes of the episode in the clip below, just after the TV spot:

TV Spot: Helix – 107 Preview

Clip: Helix – 107 First Look

And if you, like me, have loved Do You Know the Way to San Jose and the totally kitchy elevator music, you’re gonna love the song they use tonight. It just cannot get better than this.

"Helix" is moving right along on Syfy, and this Friday we'll be up to Day 7, or Episode 1.07, "Survivor Zero." But first let's hear a little about the show from stars Billy Campbell and Kyra Zagorsky.

In this video interview with Kyra and Billy, they discuss what kind of research went into their characters, whether their roles have made them germaphobes, and a bit more.

"Helix" is executive produced by Ron Moore, creator of “Battlestar Galactica," and stars Billy Campbell, Kyra Zagorsky, Jordan Hayes, Catherine Lemieux, Hiroyuki Sanada, Meegwun Fairbrother, Mark Ghanimé, and Neil Napier.

"Helix" Episode 1.07 - "Survivor Zero" (airs 2/14/14)

Ilaria CEO Constance Sutton (Jeri Ryan) arrives to help with finding an antidote -- no matter what the cost. Daniel (Fairbrother) makes a discovery; Hatake (Sanada) protects Walker (Zagorsky) from Sutton's mercenaries.

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