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Tuesday’s Jennifer Hudson Show offers everything from network drama to internet fame to community uplift. First up, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, star of NBC’s Found, stops by. While the gritty missing-persons drama may seem a far cry from Zack Morris, Gosselaar’s affable charm translates well to any genre. Expect some lighthearted banter and maybe a few insights […]

Jennifer Hudson: Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Aki & Koichi...

Prolific author R.L. Stine scared a generation of children into loving the horror genre with his “Goosebumps” book series. In the years since he released his first young adult novel in the early 1990s and became a staple of Scholastic Book Fairs, that initial audience has grown to have kids of their own to share the spooky stories with. And not only has the franchise expanded to include an impressive collection of thrilling literary tales, but there are also films and TV shows that are bringing the brand to all-new audiences.

In late 2023, Rob Letterman and Nicholas Stoller brought their version of “Goosebumps” to life on Disney+ and Hulu. The series starring Justin Long and an excellent ensemble of young stars modernized fan-favorite stories like “Night of the Living Dummy,” “The Haunted Mask,” and “Welcome to Horrorland” by targeting a slightly older audience than the original books and not shying...

Following a thrilling debut starring Justin Long, Chris Geere, and an excellent ensemble of young talent including Zack Morris, Isa Briones, Miles McKenna, Ana Yi Puig, and Will Price, Disney+ and Hulu are bringing Rob Letterman and Nicholas Stoller’s Goosebumps back for a whole new chapter. This time around, as if the start of a new and uncertain year wasn’t spooky enough, the second season of the serialized anthology series based on the works of R.L. Stine will be known as “Goosebumps: The Vanishing.”

The next installment follows siblings Cece and Devin Brewer as they head to Gravesend, Brooklyn to spend the summer with their dad (played by the legendary David Schwimmer). But they soon discover a threat in their own home that triggers mysterious events that pull the twins and their friends into the inexplicable case of four missing teens from 1994.

Ahead of the season premiere, Daily...

In the early 1990s, the programming wizards at NBC realized they might be leaving advertising dollars on the table by not providing adolescents a Saturday morning entertainment bridge from cartoons to live-action sitcoms that reflected, in that garish sitcom way, their middle to high school lives. The only serious counter-programming threat in these hours was "Yo, MTV Raps!," so for kids who were more into bubblegum pop than hard-hitting rhymes, there was a demand not being met. And thus the Tnbc block was born.

The linchpin of the Tnbc block early in its heyday was "Saved by the Bell." What began as a spinoff of "Good Morning, Miss Bliss" -- which started on NBC before moving to The Disney Channel -- became a Saturday morning mainstay for both kids looking to do a whole lot of nothing on their morning off from school and hungover adults who knew better but...

The hit early '90s high school show Saved by the Bell was a Saturday morning staple for many millennials growing up, and the actors of the series were close in age to their characters. Saved by the Bell followed a ragtag group of six memorable students: the troublemaker Zack Morris (Mark-Paul Gosselaar), all-American girl Kelly Kapowski (Tiffani Thiessen), jock A.C. Slater (Mario Lopez), fashionista Lisa Turtle (Lark Voorhies), oddball Samuel "Screech" Powers (Dustin Diamond), and straight-a student Jessie Spano (Elizabeth Berkley). Saved by the Bell ran from August 1989 to May 1993 as a part of NBC's Tnbc lineup.

Saved by the Bell was so popular that it spawned two movies, two spinoffs, and got the revival treatment in 2019, keeping the series' title, though the Peacock show was canceled after its second season. The tricky thing about Saved by the Bell is that no distinct timeline is given, except...

At a time in history when people had access to more TV than they could ever watch, it was easy for characters to blend together or get lost entirely, especially if they had a rusty filing system.

Angry TV characters have a spot of honor at the front of our memory. It’s hard to forget characters who impact your emotions.

Whether it’s sadness, intense joy, or burning rage, the best TV characters hit you in the feels.

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We’ve picked 17 angry TV characters that we can’t help but remember for their grumpiness.

And for fun, I’m analyzing why most of us can relate to the reasons they’re angry. Let’s Hulk out.

17 Angry TV Characters

When taken out of context, an angry person can seem like they’re just a “blank” word — fill in your choice of adjective. I’m not trying to offend anyone.

Temuera Morrison, Zack Morris, David Field, Pacharo Mzembe and Gideon Mzembe have joined the cast of Amazon MGM Studios’ period feature The Bluff starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas.

Frank E. Flowers (Bob Marley: One Love) directs the film from a script he co-wrote with Joe Ballarini. Previously announced castmembers include Chopra Jonas, Karl Urban, Ismael Cruz Cordova, Safia Oakley-Green and Vedanten Naidoo.

The Bluff centers on a former pirate (Chopra Jonas) who attempts to keep her family safe when she is confronted with her dangerous past. The project will debut on Prime Video on a yet-to-be-announced release date.

Producing the movie are Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Angela Russo-Otstot and Michael Disco for Agbo, along with Chopra Jonas and Cinestar Pictures’ Cisely Saldana and Mariel Saldana. Serving as executive producers alongside Flowers and Ballarini are Chris Castaldi, Ari Costa and Kassee Whiting for Agbo, Zoe Saldaña for Cinestar Pictures, and Thorsten Schumacher for Rocket Science.

Tucked away in the mountainous backroads of rural Washington lies the sleepy town of Jericho Ridge. At the local police station, Deputy Tabby Temple is gearing up for her overnight shift despite a busted ankle slowing her down. As the senior officer left on duty, Tabby had to juggle responding to calls, watching the front desk, and keeping an eye on the intoxicated offender locked away in the holding cell. Little does she know that the long night ahead will test her limits in ways she never expected.

When Tabby’s colleagues start disappearing while out on patrol, things take a dangerous turn. A suspicious repairman at the station may not be who he claims, and soon Tabby finds herself cut off and under siege, right where she thought she was safest. Outnumbered and injured, she’s the last line of defense between the town and whatever threat is closing in.

The Saved by the Bell reboot received criticism for its character development, friendships, and tone-deaf jokes. Specific issues included Zack's misogynistic behavior, A.C. Slater's lack of growth, and Kelly's reduced role as Zack's "hot wife." The show's attempt to be relevant with jokes about sensitive topics, such as Selena Gomez's kidney transplant, was not well-received

Saved by the Bell was hugely popular during its original run, but there were several things about the 2020 reboot that made no sense. Saved by the Bell ended in 1993, but the franchise was revived for a TV spinoff and two movies: Hawaiian Style, The College Years, and Wedding in Las Vegas, respectively. While there were plenty of harsh realities of Saved by the Bell, it was generally praised for how it tackled life lessons in the backdrop of Bayside High School.

The 2020 revival, however, lacked a lot of the charm the original was known for.

Nickelodeon has revealed a star-studded list of nominees for its annual Kids’ Choice Awards. Leading the pack with six noms is Taylor Swift, followed by Olivia Rodrigo, Miley Cyrus and Beyoncé, with four noms each.

First-time nominees include Halle Bailey, Austin Butler, Sabrina Carpenter, Kai Cenat, Timothée Chalamet, Luke Combs, Ariana DeBose, Ayo Edebiri, Ryan Gosling, Reneé Rapp, Margot Robbie, Paul Rudd, among others. Musical performances and presenters will be announced at a later date.

This year’s show will also feature enhanced graphics, high-tech motion capture and augmented reality, according to Nick, along with celebrity collaborations and stunts as Nickelodeon celebrates SpongeBob SquarePants’ special birthday; and the net’s signature orange blimp award and epic slimings.

Hosted by SpongeBob SquarePants (voiced by Tom Kenny) and Patrick Star (voiced by Bill Fagerbakke), Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2024 will premiere live from their undersea home of Bikini Bottom on Saturday, July 13, at 8 p.

Saved by the Bell alum Tiffani Thiessen is sharing a tragic death that has rocked her world. The actress and chef took to social media to open up about a devastating loss but what happened exactly? Keep reading for all of the heartbreaking details.

Saved By The Bell Tiffani Thiessen Shares Tragic Death

Fans grew up watching Tiffani Thiessen as Kelly Kapowski on Saved by the Bell, immediately falling in love with her. She was a good girl who stole the hearts of all of the boys at Bayside. However, she ended up with Zack Morris (Mark-Paul Gosselaar). They graduated from high school and the show was turned into a spinoff, The College Years where Kelly joined them. Though it was short-lived, it was clear Kelly and Zack were destined and that spawned a movie where they tied the knot. She moved on to Beverly Hills, 90210, playing bad girl Valerie Malone,...

Who lives in a pineapple under the sea and is about to make award show history? Sponge! Bob! Square! Pants!

With his best friend Patrick Star by his side, the porous icon will host the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2024, marking the first time (ever!) that animated characters will host a full-length award show. SpongeBob and Patrick are voiced by Tom Kenny and Bill Fagerbakke, respectively.

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Television shows seem well-organized and choreographed. Yet, not everything about them always goes according to plan.

For example, an incidental character sometimes steals a scene and creates memorable television history.

Then, there are the characters who take things a step further by stealing scenes repeatedly until they become the stars themselves.

Particular characters, such as Dr. Gregory House on House, are often created to be standouts. Yet, occasionally, those main protagonists are entirely overshadowed.

In rare instances, characters who were supposed to be incidental became regulars and took over entire shows.

The Fonz on Happy Days (1974-1984)

Happy Days underwent several changes, including the recasting and eventual disappearance of Chuck Cunningham's character, but Arthur (The Fonz) Fonzarelli's addition most dramatically altered the show's trajectory.

Initially, Happy Days focused on the Cunningham family, especially teenager Richie (Ron Howard). The Fonz (Henry Winkler) was a side character. However, the motorcycle-riding, leather jacket-wearing greaser soon took over.

Nikki Amuka-Bird gives a powerful performance as a gritty deputy defending her remote sheriff’s office from armed invaders

There’s an old-timey charm about this, a (mostly) one-location action movie in the tradition of Rio Bravo, or its sort-of remake Assault on Precinct 13. Partly it’s because of the remote mountainous setting in an unnamed state, the log cabin sheriff’s office, the trucks, twangy accents and mentions of second amendment nuts; and partly because of the core device of having a heroic figure – in this case, Deputy Tabby Temple (Nikki Amuka-Bird) – defending the fort against armed invaders. But the joke’s on us because nearly the whole thing was shot in Kosovo and most of the cast is British, as is writer-director Will Gilbey, who is making his feature directorial debut after a long apprenticeship as an editor, writer and second-unit dogsbody on the distinctly estuary-accented Rise of the Footsoldier...

Guess who’s back? That’s right, it’s Ross from Friends, aka David Schwimmer, who is joining the cast of Goosebumps Season 2. The 57-year-old is playing a divorced dad with high school twins, causing a ruckus as a former botany professor.

David Schwimmer as Dr. Ross Geller in Friends

While his charm is undeniable, a few fans are causing a commotion over the familiar storyline. But hey, Goosebumps generally throws in twists, so we should see where this ride takes us. Get ready for additional frightful stories and surprising turns with Schwimmer in the mix.

David Schwimmer to Feature In Season 2 Of Goosebumps

Fans, now have to learn to expect the unexpected. The cast of Goosebumps Season 2 just got a significant lift with a recognizable face from Friends! That’s right, David Schwimmer, popularly known as Ross from the famous sitcom, is joining the creepy experiences on Disney+’s Goosebumps.

David Schwimmer joins season 2 cast of Disney+ Goosebumps as single father Anthony. Season 2 of Goosebumps will feature a new set of characters who didn't appear in season 1. Anthony and his teenage twins will be part of the core cast of the new season.

A former Friends star has joined the cast of Disney+'s Goosebumps. The show, which is based on the children's horror book series of the same name by R.L. Stine, premiered on Disney+ in 2023. So far, the show is proving to be an anthology on the model of American Horror Story, because while season 1 told a serialized story with a consistent cast including Zack Morris, Isa Briones, Miles McKenna, Ana Yi Puig, Will Price, Rachael Harris, and Justin Long, the upcoming season 2 is set to feature a new group of characters.

Per Deadline, David Schwimmer has been cast as one of these new characters in Goosebumps season 2. He will be playing Anthony,...

The second season of Goosebumps at Disney+ has cast David Schwimmer in a lead role.

The Emmy-nominated Friends star will head the cast of the show, based on R.L. Stine’s hugely popular series of books. Disney+ renewed Goosebumps for a second season in February, opting to turn the show into an anthology rather than continuing the story from season one.

Following Schwimmer’s casting, Disney+ announced that Ana Ortiz (Ugly Betty, Love Victor), Sam McCarthy (Dead to Me), Jayden Bartels (Side Hustle), Elijah Cooper (That Girl Lay Lay), Galilea La Salvia (Party Down) and Francesca Noel have also joined the series.

The season two logline reads, “Teenage siblings discover a threat stirring, triggering a chain of events that unravel a profound mystery. As they delve into the unknown, the duo find themselves entangled in the chilling tale of four teenagers who mysteriously vanished in 1994.”

Schwimmer will play Anthony, a...

Mark-Paul Gosselaar is unlikely to return as Paul in "Will Trent" season 2 due to scheduling conflicts. Gosselaar's character, Paul, shares a complicated past with Will, adding depth to the protagonist's storyline. Gosselaar's return in season 2 could enhance the show's success, especially after the premiere's shocking ending.

The Will Trent series premiere came out of the gate swinging with special appearances by Mark-Paul Gosselaar and Jennifer Morrison, with Gosselaar continuing to show up sporadically throughout the rest of season 1, but an update regarding his involvement in season 2 is rather disappointing. The ABC police procedural crime drama television show revolves around a unique agent in the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (Gbi) with various special talents and a traumatic past — Will Trent, played by Ramón Rodríguez. One of the people from the protagonist's horrific childhood was Gosselaar's character, Paul Campano.

Gosselaar, known for his iconic role as Zack Morris in Saved by the Bell,...

"Backups on the way, we just have to hold out 'till they arrive! Okay?" The Movie Partnership in the UK has debuted an official UK trailer for an indie thriller titled Jericho Ridge, marking the feature directorial debut of filmmaker / editor Will Gilbey. This first premiered at the 2023 Galway Film Fleadh in Ireland last year, and opens in UK cinemas this April, with no US date confirmed just yet. Trapped and without backup, a small town cop fights for her life when her remote Sheriff's Office is targeted by a group of murderous attackers. Isolated and outgunned, mother and son will have to do whatever it takes to survive. The director explains how intense this survival thriller is aiming to be: "I want the audience to feel wrung out when they leave the cinema, as if it's only safe to take a breath when the closing credits start rolling." Jericho Ridge stars Nikki Amuka-Bird,...

Apple TV+ Renews “Invasion”

Apple TV+ will continue its intergalactic expansion: the streamer has announced a Season 3 renewal for its global hit “Invasion.”

The sci-fi drama series, which debuted in October 2021, follows an alien invasion of Earth through different perspectives around the world, following the events as they unfold in real-time through the eyes of five ordinary people struggling to make sense of the chaos happening before them.

Watch the trailer for “Invasion” Season 2 below:

The cast stars Golshifteh Farahani, Shioli Kutsuna, Shamier Anderson, India Brown, Billy Barratt, Azhy Robertson, Paddy Holland, and Tara Moayedi with Season 2’s newly added regulars Enver Gjokaj, Nedra Marie Taylor, and Naian González Norvind.

Season 3 of “Invasion” is expected to begin production later this month. A premiere date will be announced later.

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The horror (hopefully) never ends: Disney+ has renewed its recent...

Get ready for more scary times from the world of R.L. Stine. Disney+ has renewed the new Goosebumps TV series for a second season, but the new episodes will have a new cast. The streaming service has changed the series to an anthology, and season two will be based on another of Stine’s books.

Justin Long, Rachael Harris, Zack Morris, Isa Briones, Miles McKenna, Ana Yi Puig, and Will Price star in the first season of Goosebumps, which aired in October 2023. In the story, a group of high schoolers investigate the death of a student from 30 years ago and end up learning dark secrets about their parents.

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The live-action TV series based on the Goosebumps books written by R.L. Stine that was released through the Disney+ and Hulu streaming services last October (read our review Here) drew inspiration from five of Stine’s Goosebumps stories. We’re going to have the chance to see more Stine stories brought to life, as Variety reports that Goosebumps season 2 has officially been given the greenlight – but the show is taking the anthology route, so we can expect a season that has “an entirely new cast and setting based on Stine’s iconic Scholastic book series.” Season 2 will also consist of eight episodes, two shorter than the first season.

The first season of Goosebumps centered on a group of five high schoolers as they embark on a shadowy and twisted journey to investigate the tragic passing three decades earlier of a teen named Harold Biddle — while also unearthing dark secrets from their parents’ past.

“Goosebumps” has been renewed for a second season at Disney+.

The announcement was made during the Disney Branded Television presentation at the Television Critics Association winter press tour. As part of the announcement, it was also revealed that the second season would be eight episodes compared to the 10-episode first season, and that the show is going the anthology route. Thus, Season 2 will feature an entirely new cast and setting based on R.L. Stine’s iconic Scholastic book series.

“Audiences everywhere fell in love with the series’ chills, thrills, heart and humor, making it one of Disney Branded Television’s most-watched shows of last year,” said Ayo Davis, president of Disney Branded Television. “We can’t wait to dive deeper into the brilliant mind of R.L. Stine, and to collaborate once again with Sony Pictures Television, Scholastic Entertainment, and our fantastic creative team to bring an entirely new mystery to Disney+ for season two.

Goosebumps is getting the anthology treatment.

Disney+ has renewed the series based on R.L. Stine’s beloved book series for a second season — with a twist: it will be turned into an anthology series. The sophomore season will feature an entirely new story, cast and setting. The show’s creative team, including showrunner Hilary Winston (Community), will return.

Disney+ says season two will revolve around “teenage siblings who discover a threat within their home, setting off a chain of events that unravel a profound mystery. As they delve into the unknown, the duo finds themselves entangled in the story of five teenagers who mysteriously vanished in 1994.”

Season one featured a cast led by Justin Long, Rachael Harris and Zack Morris and has a 74 percent score among critics and 69 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Exec producers are Nicholas Stoller (The Muppets), Rob Letterman (Pokémon: Detective Pikachu), who developed the series, Winston,...

To celebrate the release (and success) of the new Goosebumps television series, now streaming on Disney+, we had the chance to talk to the young cast of this exciting, scary new take on the beloved books.

It is one of the bestselling book series of all time, with more than 400 million books in print in 32 languages. The new television series draws on elements from five of the most popular middle-grade books including “Say Cheese and Die!,” “The Haunted Mask,” “The Cuckoo Clock of Doom,” “Go Eat Worms!” and “Night of the Living Dummy.” Plunging viewers into a world of mystery and suspense, the new “Goosebumps” series follows a group of five high schoolers as they embark on a shadowy and twisted journey to investigate the tragic passing three decades earlier of a teen named Harold Biddle — while also unearthing dark secrets from their parents’ past.

Chatting to Zack Morris, Miles McKenna...

The article contains major Spoilers for Goosebumps episode 10, “Welcome to Horrorland”.

The executive producers are cautious about the show's future, but they are pleased with the finale and hopeful for a Goosebumps season 2. The second season may explore the consequences of the events in the season 1 finale and delve into the personal developments and relationships of the characters. The first season of Goosebumps has received positive feedback and performed well in terms of viewership, making its renewal chances seem optimistic.

The producers of Goosebumps offer an update on a season 2 renewal. Since its arrival on Disney+ and Hulu in October, the new Goosebumps show has received generally positive reviews and performed well in terms of viewership. Looking at the Nielsen streaming data, which is tracked with a bit of a delay, the young adult horror drama was viewed for 594 million minutes across its first six episodes and very nearly rose...

The article contains major Spoilers for Goosebumps episode 10, “Welcome to Horrorland”.

The first season of the Goosebumps revival concludes with surprises and a major cliffhanger involving the evil sorcerer trapped inside Slappy the Dummy. Margot makes a choice to use Kanduu's dark magic to save Isaiah, which is a callback to the premiere episode and tied to the theme of "careful what you wish for." Positive signs point to a likely second season of Goosebumps, as the show garnered high viewership and streaming numbers, positioning it as a successful series for Disney+ beyond their reliance on Marvel and Star Wars content.

The big Goosebumps season 1 cliffhanger is explained in detail by the show's executive producers. The television revival of Goosebumps concludes with a few surprises. Although the core group believes that they've successfully vanished Kanduu (Chris Greere), the evil sorcerer that's trapped inside the body of Slappy the Dummy, a last-minute scene reveals that Mr.

Warning! This article contains spoilers for Goosebumps episode 10!

The 2023 Goosebumps reboot blends self-aware comedy and anthology-style storytelling, following a group of teens targeted by cursed items at a Halloween party. Each episode of the show is adapted from or titled after one of R.L. Stine's classic Goosebumps novels, with "Say Cheese and Die" and "The Haunted Mask" being two notable examples. The reboot adds a unique twist to the original stories, delving deeper into the creepy plots and exploring the consequences faced by the characters, such as a time loop and superpowers from eating worms.

While 2023’s Goosebumps reboot has a brand new overarching story of its own, the show does use classic novels from R.L. Stine’s book series as loose inspiration for each episode’s plot. Goosebumps started as a series of children’s horror novels back in the early 1990s. However, no one...

Goosebumps

Goosebumps (2023) Release Date: 2023-10-13 Cast: Justin Long, Ana Yi Puig, Miles McKenna, Will Price, Zack Morris, Isa Briones, Rachael Harris, Rob Huebel Genres: Comedy, Horror Rating: TV-pg Seasons: 1 Story By: R.L. Stine Writers: Nicholas Stoller, Rob Letterman, Kevin Murphy Streaming Service: Disney Plus, Hulu Franchise(s): Goosebumps Showrunner: Kevin Murphy

Warning: This article contains spoilers for Goosebumps season 1, episode 9 "Night of the Living Dummy: Part 2"!

Episode 9 of Goosebumps sets up a shocking season finale, with Slappy's return and the introduction of new villains. Nathan's backstory tied to Slappy adds complexity to his character and showcases Justin Long's acting skills. The episode includes a cameo from R.L. Stine and teases the possibility of adapting the popular Goosebumps book, Horrorland, in future seasons.

Episode 9 of Goosebumps "Night of the Living Dummy: Part 2" is the penultimate episode of Disney's frightfully fun series, with Slappy's return and some huge...

The article contains major Spoilers for Goosebumps episode 8,"Night of the Living Dummy: Part 2."

Executive producers of the Goosebumps revival reveal the original plan for author R.L. Stine's cameo and how it had to be changed due to travel restrictions. Stiller and Letterman share that showrunner Hilary Winston and co-executive producer James Eagan came up with the idea of Stine having a podcast, which worked well for the episode. Episode 9 continues the story as Mr. Bratt struggles to find inspiration for his novel and listens to a podcast read by Stine that reminds him, "true creation comes from darkness," setting up a dark and intense finale.

The executive producers of the Goosebumps television revival break down episode 9's clever cameo. The revival, which streams on Hulu and Disney+, offered a sense of resolution with its eighth installment. The saga of Harold Biddle (Ben Cockell) came to a close, putting...

Disney's "Goosebumps" series has been a surprising success, proving that beloved book-to-screen adaptations can work well in a miniseries format. The show's interwoven narrative and incorporation of familiar elements from the book series shows that Disney can handle complex adaptations with multiple characters and subplots. The success of "Goosebumps" gives hope that upcoming adaptations like "Percy Jackson" and "Eragon" will also be successful, as Disney learns from past movie adaptations and stays true to the source material.

The surprising success of Goosebumps is giving book-to-screen movie fans high hopes for Disney's next two novel adaptations, which have proved tricky for filmmakers in the past. The Goosebumps franchise itself has had a checkered adaptation history, with several movies and series to its name. Based on the beloved R.L. Stine book series, the 2023 series on Disney+ steers away from the anthology format of the original 1995 Goosebumps TV show, eschewing the '90s...

Goosebumps season 2 could explore R.L. Stine's "Night of the Living Dummy" book, according to producer Pavun Shetty. The famous Stine saga is touched upon in season 1, but it could play a bigger role moving forward. Positive signs indicate that Goosebumps season 2 has a good chance of happening. The show garnered 4.2 million total views for its premiere episode on Hulu and Disney+, making it a success for Disney Branded Television and the biggest streaming season premiere since Monsters at Work.

Goosebumps season 2 could delve deeper into R.L. Stine's most popular books, according to producer Pavun Shetty. Developed by Rob Letterman and Nicholas Stoller, the story centers around a group of teenagers who accidentally release supernatural forces out into the world. They must find a way to recapture those forces, but along the way, they also discover their parents' secrets from the past. The more serialized revival of the popular...

The new Goosebumps series honors the original books while bringing a fresh approach, appealing to both longtime fans and new audiences. The show combines elements of horror and comedy, balancing scares with levity and creating a relatable and enjoyable viewing experience. The cast, including Justin Long, brings depth and humor to their roles, and the show blends practical and CG effects to create a cinematic and grounded feel.

The new Goosebumps series is based on the acclaimed young adult horror novels by R.L. Stine. The series follows a group of five high school students who begin investigating a dark secret about the town's history. As they learn more about the tragic passing of teenager Harold Biddle, which took place three decades ago, they uncover shocking truths about their parents' pasts.

The new Goosebumps series was developed by Rob Letterman and Nicholas Stoller. Goosebumps stars Zack Morris, Isa Briones, Miles McKenna,...

Back in the early days of the internet, when I had to plug a phone cord into my parents’ laptop to could get into fights on Buffy the Vampire Slayer AOL forums, my friends and I were obsessed with something called SmarterChild. SmarterChild was neither smart nor a child; he, or more precisely, it, was an Aim bot, who you could ask questions about the weather or the capital of Ecuador or just engage in friendly conversation. The point of SmarterChild, at least from the vantage point of the eight-year-olds in my social circle,...

R.L. Stine's involvement and blessing were crucial to the development of the new Goosebumps reboot, according to producers Conor Welch and Pavun Shetty. Stine watched the rough cut of the pilot and was thrilled with the direction they took, which was a major highlight for the producers. Stine's influence helped maintain the trademark mix of humor and horror in the show, and his emotional stories in the original Goosebumps books helped introduce the main characters effectively.

R.L. Stine gave his blessing and helped develop the new Goosebumps reboot. The horror comedy series, which was developed by Rob Letterman and Nicholas Stoller, is based on Stine’s book series of the same name. It follows a group of five high schoolers who accidentally release supernatural forces upon their town and soon discover that their parents harbor similar secrets. The show comes after several other Goosebumps adaptations and stars Zack Morris,...

The new Goosebumps revival has received a Rotten Tomatoes score of 74% from critics, with an audience score of 69%. Critics have generally been positive about Goosebumps but note that it may be more of an entry into horror rather than genuinely scary. The new series is serialized and follows a group of teenagers dealing with supernatural forces and uncovering their parents' secrets.

The Rotten Tomatoes score for Goosebumps is in, revealing how R.L. Stine's revival fares with audiences and critics. First announced in 2020 for Disney+, the revival is based on Stine's books of the same name. The project would hail from Sony Pitcures, Original Film, and Scholastic Entertainment. They'd worked on Goosebumps movies before, but the project marked the first time that the franchise returned to the small screen since the first anthology show ended in 1998.

The Rotten Tomatoes score for the new Goosebumps has now been tabulated following its...

Today, Disney+ and Hulu unleashed a new take on R.L. Stine's beloved "Goosebumps" book series with a TV series adaptation developed by Rob Letterman (director of the 2015 "Goosebumps" movie) and Nicholas Stoller. Trust me when I say you'll want to give this series a chance, because it takes the scares to a more mature level than we've seen in previous "Goosebumps" adaptations and injects it with a refreshing and genuine teenage perspective, both in comedy and horror.

For those who maybe haven't been keeping up, the new "Goosebumps" series follows a group of five high schoolers as they embark on a shadowy and twisted journey to investigate the tragic passing three decades earlier of a teen named Harold Biddle — while also unearthing dark secrets from their parents' past.

With the first five episodes of "Goosebumps" available on Disney+ and hulu now, we spoke with executive producers Pavun Shetty (EP...

This Goosebumps review contains no spoilers.

R. L. Stine’s famous teen horror book series Goosebumps was a big thing in the ‘90s. The books sold like candy (which meant over four million copies a month during their prime), and the author was dubbed the “Stephen King of children’s literature” — which is strange because I always thought that Stephen King was the Stephen King for kids — with a substantial influence on shaping the genre. Nevertheless, Stine’s novels were unsubtle and simple, usually devoid of gruesome violence and murder, appealing to younger readers by creating deliciously spooky atmospheres combined with campy humor. Naturally, they spawned multiple adaptations from video games to TV series to movies and more, varying in quality and success.

The latest one, created by Rob Letterman and Nicholas Stoller for Disney+ and Hulu, Goosebumps, unfortunately, falls in the line of weaker adaptations that entirely fail to...

From books to films, R.L. Stine’s “Goosebumps” has been frightening children for generations, and now the classic scary franchise is coming to Disney+ in an all-new series debuting on Friday, Oct. 13. Plunging viewers into a world of mystery and suspense, the new “Goosebumps” series follows a group of five high schoolers as they embark on a shadowy and twisted journey to investigate the tragic passing three decades earlier of a teen named Harold Biddle - while also unearthing dark secrets from their parents’ past. You can watch Goosebumps: Season 1 with a subscription to Disney+. You can watch Goosebumps: Season 1 with a 30-Day Free Trial of Hulu.

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Four episodes into Disney+ and Hulu’s Goosebumps, two characters take a beat to reflect on everything they’ve been through. “You know, our parents are sleeping together, there’s a ghost kind of haunting us, and I’m vomiting up worms, and now we’re having like a sleepover or something,” one says. “Yeah, throw in a long-lost sibling and a rich grandmother and you’ve got a soap opera on your hands,” the other cracks. And that’s without even getting into the clone army or the prophetic camera or the weird new teacher or decades-long mystery binding their families together.

It’s a lot for any one show to handle, and Goosebumps stumbles. Where the R.L. Stine books dished out zippy, mostly standalone adventures, Rob Letterman and Nicholas Stoller’s series adaptation increasingly gets bogged down trying to deliver supernatural horror and angsty teen drama and a...

Disney+ and Hulu's Goosebumps adaptation still manages to bring excitement to Stine's classic novels, reimagining them in an intriguing, spooky way. The first five episodes of Goosebumps focus on individual teens experiencing Biddle's tricks, with each story offering a twist on the original stories. The show strikes a balance between playful and spooky, providing genuine frights without sanitizing Stine's work, making it a great Halloween watch.

Editor's note: This piece was written during the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike. Without the labor of the actors currently on strike, the show being covered here wouldn't exist.

R.L. Stine's spooky Goosebumps books and the sprawling media franchise they've spawned have long been a staple of the Halloween season, providing the kind of thrills that even those who avoid horror at all costs can enjoy. The property has already led to a television show and two movies, which in some cases would suggest...

If you're a horror fan of a certain age, R.L. Stine's "Goosebumps" books and the subsequent Ytv television series were formative to your monster kid upbringing. Whether it was thirsting after the new cover illustrated by Tim Jacobus at the Scholastic Book Fair or rushing to get your homework done to be able to watch the newest episode on TV, "Goosebumps" was and continues to be a seminal gateway to the world of all things spooky and scary for young audiences. In 2015, a "Goosebumps" film by Rob Letterman was released featuring Jack Black as a fictionalized version of Stine whose monstrous musings manifest in our real world, and the film performed well enough at the box office to justify a Halloween-themed sequel three years later.

The film and TV series are both loads of fun with plenty of silly scares, but neither live-action adaptation has been able to truly...

Plot: Inspired by R.L. Stine’s worldwide bestselling book series, “Goosebumps” follows a group of five high schoolers as they embark on a shadowy and twisted journey to investigate the tragic passing three decades earlier of a teen named Harold Biddle – while also unearthing dark secrets from their parents’ past.

Review: For decades, R.L. Stine has been a mainstay of tween and teen horror. In the 1980s and 1990s, Stine was the Stephen King for younger audiences, and the 1995 television anthology series of his books frightened a generation. The 2015 and 2018 feature films brought most of Stine’s iconic stories and characters together for movies that were more adventure than horror. Now, Disney+ and Hulu bring a new take on Goosebumps that is decidedly darker and scarier than the previous takes on the source material. The new Goosebumps combines ten of R.L. Stine’s books into a larger overall...

Actor Mark-Paul Gosselaar was a teen heartthrob on the NBC sitcom Saved by the Bell. While it’s been more than a few years since Gosselaar’s day on the show, the character still follows him around today. In recent years, Gosselaar has spoken out about some of the regrets he still harbors regarding some of the show’s more questionable scenes.

Despite his reservations, Gosselaar should show himself a little grace, as should his fans, given that he was just 15 years old when the first episode of Saved by the Bell aired. Here’s a look at the ’90s teen sitcom and Gosselaar’s love-hate relationship with some of the show’s storylines.

‘Saved By the Bell’ isn’t the first ’90s sitcom with questionable storylines.

The teen sitcom Saved by the Bell first premiered on NBC primetime on August 20, 1989. The show was an instant hit, running for four seasons,...

As the (albeit condensed) fall TV season kicks off, it’s Disney+ who will lead the way with a pair of heavily anticipated premieres! The streamer will say hello to October with both the series premiere of “Goosebumps,” which will have its first five episodes drop fittingly on Friday, Oct. 13, it will also welcome the return of the God of Mischief for the Season 2 premiere of fan favorite “Loki.”

From the streaming premiere of this year’s”Haunted Mansion” to the finale of the much-buzzed-about “Star Wars” series “Ahsoka,” there are plenty of options to choose your own adventure. Check out The Streamable’s top 5 picks for what’s coming to Disney+ in October!

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When it comes to the popular TV shows of the past, plenty of fans who revisit their favorites have been in for a shock. Lots of “iconic” moments from shows of the 90s and early 00s have simply not aged well. Plots built around gendered double standards, stereotypes, and casual discrimination are cringe-worthy when viewed through modern eyes.

And it’s not just fans who grimace when they stumble across these out-of-place storylines. Even the stars who said the lines and played the parts are calling out their former series for helping to promote problematic ideas. That’s been the case for Saved By the Bell, a popular teen comedy that hasn’t exactly held up to current standards.

‘Saved by the Bell’ cast | NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images Mark-Paul Gosselaar played Zack Morris on ‘Saved by the Bell’

Saved by the Bell premiered in 1989 and followed six...

The addition of Tori Scott in the final season of Saved by the Bell was a result of contract issues with Kelly and Jessie's actors, causing a jarring shift in the dynamic of the show. The Tori episodes were confusing for viewers since they were placed in the middle of the series and didn't offer a proper explanation for Jessie and Kelly's disappearances. Despite only appearing in 10 episodes, Tori became a beloved character, especially among queer fans who saw her as a strong figure and their first crush. Leanna Creel, the actress who played Tori, has received a lot of feedback from fans over the years.

During Saved by the Bell's final season, Kelly and Jessie disappeared from the cast, with newcomer Tori Scott added, causing a bizarre Tori-Saved by the Bell issue. Premiering in August 1989, Saved the Bell was actually a rebirth of the short-lived Good Morning, Miss Bliss,...

[Editor's Note: This article was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, the series being discussed here wouldn't exist.]

Based on R.L. Stine's beloved book series of the same name (which I encountered many summer afternoons in the local library during the ’90s and early 2000s), a new Goosebumps series is coming to Disney+ and Hulu on Friday, October 13th, and we have a look at the official trailer ahead of its premiere.

"Goosebumps," the chilling new series inspired by R.L. Stine's worldwide bestselling book series, is set to debut across both Disney+ and Hulu on Friday, Oct. 13.

From Disney Branded Television and Sony Pictures Television, the 10-part series will launch with a five-episode drop as part of Disney+’s “Hallowstream” and Hulu’s “Huluween” celebrations, with subsequent new episodes streaming weekly.

Plunging viewers into a world of mystery and suspense, the new “Goosebumps” series follows a group of five high schoolers as they embark on a shadowy and twisted journey to investigate the tragic passing three...

Mark-Paul Gosselaar admitted at ’90s Con Tampa (via Entertainment Weekly) that he brought his work home with him in a negative way while filming the short-lived Fox drama series “Pitch.” The “Saved by the Bell” alum starred in the show as a veteran baseball player who butts heads with and befriends a young teammate who happens to be the first woman to play in the MLB. Gosselaar said after filming episodes he’d go home and his “really aggressive baseball player” would stay with him.

“That’s a role though, that I don’t make light of it, but I had to go therapy with my wife,” he revealed. “I’d come in through that front door and like my wife said in therapy sessions, ‘That’s not the guy I married.’ And you’re playing this guy and then the next day, you have to jump right into that.

R.L. Stine’s bestselling books come to life in Disney+ and Hulu’s new Goosebumps series which just released a full trailer. In support of the new series, the streaming services have also released a batch of photos along with plot details and the cast list.

Justin Long (Barbarian) stars as Mr. Bratt and Rachael Harris (Lucifer) plays Nora. Zack Morris (EastEnders) is Isaiah, Isa Briones (Star Trek: Picard) stars as Margot, Miles McKenna (Guilty Party) is James, Ana Yi Puig (Gossip Girl) is Isabella, and Will Price (The Equalizer) plays Lucas.

Stine’s Say Cheese and Die!, The Haunted Mask, The Cuckoo Clock of Doom, Go Eat Worms!, and Night of the Living Dummy from the Goosebumps book series provide material for the new live-action series. And Hulu and Disney+ offered this description of what fans can expect of the show:

“Plunging viewers into a world of mystery and suspense,...