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Kate Hudson helms Running Point, the latest show from Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz and David Stassen as Isla Gordon, an underdog of sorts. She’s the only daughter of Jack Gordon, who had several other sons including Cam (Justin Theroux), Ness (Scott MacArthur) and their half brother Sandy (Drew Tarver).

Isla and her best friend Ali Lee (Brenda Song) are set to make waves (no pun intended) within the professional basketball franchise the Los Angeles Waves, when Isla gets promoted to president of the team. She has all sorts of upstream swimming to do in the role as her brothers doubt her capabilities and the players don’t exactly take her seriously, but she has many tricks up her sleeve, and she has been paying attention to the game since she was a little girl.

Several needle drops accompany big moments in the show, from Tupac’s “California Love” opening...

Kate Hudson has had a robust career, but “Running Point” marks a first for the actress. Believe it or not, this is her first leading TV role.

Now streaming on Netflix, the series focuses on Isla Gordon (Hudson), as she’s unexpectedly given control of her family’s basketball team, the Waves. Though a fictional team and story, “Running Point” is loosely based on Lakers president Jeanie Buss.

Here are all the major players you’ll need to know in the series.

Netflix Isla Gordon (Kate Hudson)

Isla Gordon is the sole daughter of the Gordon family, and is taken fully by surprise when her oldest brother hands her the reins to the team. She’s played by Kate Hudson, known for films like “Almost Famous,” “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days,” and many, many more.

Brenda Song as Ali and Kate Hudson as Isla Gordon in “Running Point...

Indecision. While deleterious when recurring over the course of a lifetime, dilly-dallying can kill even quicker on a basketball court. A belated pass leads to a turnover, the slightest hitch spoils a fast break, and a mistimed offense can never score enough to win. Indecision in comedy is equally unforgiving. Typically, it pops up when someone misses a punchline or rushes their set-up, but in the case of Netflix’s “Running Point,” the problem is foundational. With so many broadly defined characters pivoting to do whatever the story requires, and so little investment in any one facet of the 10-episode first season, Mindy Kaling’s latest sitcom struggles to connect — sincerely or comedically. It tries to do too much and rather than sticking by the choices it makes, “Running Point” is simply overrun.

Kate Hudson stars as Isla Gordon, the black sheep of a basketball family simply because she’s the only woman involved.

Netflix‘s new series Running Point has arrived, and with it, the introduction of the Gordon family, who oversees the fictional LA-based basketball team the Waves. In the series, we’re introduced to Cam (Justin Theroux), the eldest of the Gordon siblings and acting CEO of the basketball team. When he finds himself in a legal pickle, he appoints baby sister Isla (Kate Hudson) to take the reins in his stead. This raises some eyebrows, particularly from her brothers Sandy (Drew Tarver) and Ness (Scott MacArthur), since they believed they’d be next in line for the coveted seat. This forces Isla to work twice as hard to prove herself, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some roadblocks bound to get in the way. As viewers will see in the opening of the series, a major revelation forces the family to reckon with their late father’s past...

Running Point made its debut on Netflix on Feb. 27, and the series starring Kate Hudson was an immediate slam dunk. The actress and singer stars in the comedy from Mindy Kaling as a reformed party girl who takes over the family business as its president. That business? The most lucrative professional men's basketball team in Los Angeles. No pressure at all for a woman!

On top of an incredible creative team behind the scenes, including Kaling's hilarious frequent collaborators Ike Barinholtz and Dave Stassen, Running Point features an exquisite ensemble cast that leans on the unique talents of Brenda Song, Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, Justin Theroux, Jay Ellis, Max Greenfield, and so many more.

Following the non-stop laughs throughout the near-perfect first season, the 10-episode comedy layup concludes with a nail-biting season finale. With Isla having taken the Waves to the playoffs against great odds, her personal life also takes...

Kate Hudson stole the show in 2022’s “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Story,” her last major comedic role. Hudson played a scandal-ridden fashion designer, skewering the shallow costumes a certain kind of rich social justice influencer wears with giddy, screwball aplomb. The role, functioning as a kind of comeback for Hudson, makes one excited for her next comedic leading role in Netflix’s TV series “Running Point,” especially knowing it comes from comedy vets Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz, and David Stassen (who all collaborated on “The Mindy Project”).

But in practice, “Running Point” does not let Hudson discover the specificities and eccentricities so joyfully gleaned in her previous work. The 10-episode first season is a flattening, often maddening watch, only occasionally rising above generic familiarities to deliver something trenchant or specific about its otherwise generically dysfunctional family.

Hudson plays Isla Gordon, the only daughter of a dynastic family centered around...

The new sitcom Running Point, which premieres on Netflix today, has several creators. Elaine Ko spent years writing Modern Family. Ike Barinholtz is a prolific character actor on everything from Blockers to The White House Plumbers, not to mention a Celebrity Jeopardy! champion. David Stassen is a writer and director whose credits include History of the World: Part II. But the fourth creator — Mindy Kaling — is the only one who’s parlayed her work writing on and co-starring in The Office into becoming a brand. Now, she’s the mogul behind Never Have I Ever, The Sex Lives of College Girls and The Mindy Project. She’s the social media maven with a signature swimsuit line; and if she hasn’t quite reached mononym status yet, the brand-new star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame gets her just a little closer.

Given all we have come to know about Mindy Kaling,...

This post contains spoilers from the Running Point season 1 finale.

What a season, huh? Of course, we're talking about the Los Angeles Waves basketball season in Netflix's new original comedy series Running Point. It was a real nail-biter from start to finish. But we're also obviously talking about the series itself, which was nothing be a pure, hilarious, and engaging delight from beginning to end.

When the season begins, Isla Gordon (Kate Hudson) rises through the ranks of her family to replace her older brother Cam (Justin Theroux) as president of their family's professional basketball team. She's also in a happy relationship with her fiancé Lev (Max Greenfield), but the pressures of the basketball season wears on both her career and her relationship.

By the of Running Point season 1, the Waves have miraculously made the playoffs after an embarrassing string of loses and a hard-fought recovery. However, the success...

This post contains spoilers from the first episode of Netflix's Running Point.

Ready for some slam-dunk laughs? Netflix's new original comedy series Running Point, from none other than Mindy Kaling, finally made its premiere on Feb. 27, and it's going to be tough to beat as the funniest comedy series of 2025. Kate Hudson makes an easy lay-up in her first foray into comedy television, finding a comfortable home in Kaling's witty writing.

Running Point takes a play from the real-life experience of Los Angeles Lakers president Jeanie Buss, but Kaling and her co-showrunners Ike Barinholtz and Dave Stassen turn the realistic setup up a notch into a larger-than-life comedy world. Isla Gordon (Hudson) unexpectedly takes over as president of her family's business, the successful Los Angeles Waves basketball team.

Isla hikes an uphill battle (in heels!) to be taken seriously amid doubts from her brothers, the board, the team, and the unrelenting public.

Mindy Kaling is back with Running Point. She has been a singular comic voice on television for the past fifteen years. Her Fox and Hulu series The Mindy Project, which you can also find streaming on Netflix, was one of the funniest sitcoms of the decade. Then came the semi-autobiographical Never Have I Ever, a hilarious coming-of-age story unlike anything else on television, whether streaming or network.

However, Running Point is nothing like those shows because it’s just another run-of-the-mill comedy. The series is not particularly funny, relying too heavily on excessive exposition and basketball lingo that isn’t executed well. It’s pleasant enough but ultimately a gigantic letdown, given the cast and the talent involved, particularly behind the camera.

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Peak TV may technically be in the past, but its specter still lingers. How else do you get two flashy, star-studded TV shows about the Los Angeles Lakers in the span of three years? The first, HBO’s “Winning Time,” dramatized the basketball team’s years of triumph in the 1980s; the latest, Netflix’s “Running Point,” is both more contemporary and more fictional, though it has closer ties to the actual Lakers organization through owner Jeanie Buss and front office fixture Linda Rambis, both executive producers.

“Running Point” can and does stand on its own, but it’s useful to drill down on the comparison to “Winning Time” to establish why the newer show may stand a stronger chance at long-term success. Some of that potential comes down to shared strengths: like “Winning Time,” “Running Point” is as packed with famous faces, as any tribute to Hollywood’s home team ought to be.

Running Point tells the story of Isla Gordon (Kate Hudson), who is unexpectedly and abruptly tasked with running her dysfunctional family’s business: the Los Angeles Waves, aka the greatest basketball franchise of all time. The lone underestimated sister among three competitive brothers, Isla deflects initial skepticism from across the (score)board when she comes off the bench as the team’s new president. She leads the Waves into Game Seven of the playoffs — and their strongest year yet — in the finale of this comedy series.

From writer-producers Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz, and David Stassen, Running Point opens with Isla, her hands already full from working in the Waves’ front office, suddenly promoted. Her brothers Ness (Scott MacArthur), the team’s general manager, and Sandy (Drew Tarver), their CFO, don’t think she has what it takes — and can’t understand why their eldest brother Cam (Justin Theroux) chose her...

Kate Hudson is hitting the red carpet at a screening of her new Netflix series!

The 45-year-old Golden Globe winner joined co-stars Brenda Song and Justin Theroux at a screening of Running Point on Wednesday evening (February 26) held at The Paley Museum in New York City.

Fellow cast members in attendance included Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, and Jay Ellis.

Over the past few days, Kate and Brenda have both been busy promoting the new show all across the city.

Here’s the synopsis: When a scandal forces her brother to resign, Isla Gordon (Hudson) is appointed president of the Los Angeles Waves, one of the most storied professional basketball franchises, and her family business. Ambitious and often overlooked, Isla will have to prove to her skeptical brothers, the board, and the larger sports community that she was the right choice for the job.

Running Point will be available for streaming...

Make some way for Netflix! The streaming service is dribbling down the court and shooting nothing but straight buckets with its latest original comedy series. Kate Hudson might be best known for her romantic comedies on the big screen, but the Oscar-nominated movie star is tackling her first leading role in a comedy series with Netflix's new sitcom Running Point.

She's not the only big name attached to the series. There are plenty more familiar faces in the main and supporting cast, but behind the scene, there's an even bigger name. None other than The Office and The Mindy Project (not to mention Never Have I Ever and The Sex Lives of College Girls) mastermind Mindy Kaling co-created the series, which she also writes and executive produces.

Wondering when you can start watching and laughing along with Running Point on Netflix? We're sharing everything viewers need to know before beginning their binge-watch,...

"What's so fun about doing behind-the-scenes of the NBA teams - it's so glamorous. This is just such a high profile workplace." Netflix is launching their new sports comedy series this week titled Running Point, available for streaming starting on the 27th (here's the main trailer). This series is produced and developed by Mindy Kaling for WB Television. "The balls are in her court now. Game on, boys."...

On Tuesday February 25 2025, ABC broadcasts GMA3: What You Need to Know!

Season 4 Episode 369 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “GMA3: What You Need to Know” promises an exciting mix of entertainment and insightful conversations. Set to air on ABC, this episode features a lineup of notable guests that will surely engage viewers.

Actors Kate Hudson, Drew Tarver, and Scott MacArthur will join the hosts for a lively discussion. Each guest brings their unique experiences and perspectives from the world of entertainment. Kate Hudson, known for her diverse roles in film, will likely share stories from her career and insights into her latest projects. Drew Tarver and Scott MacArthur, both talented actors in their own right, may offer a fresh take on the current state of the industry and what it means to be an actor today.

In addition to the actors, author Brad Meltzer will be on the show.

If you're a fan of Mindy Kaling and are a Netflix subscriber, there's a bit of good and bad news for you going into the end of February 2025. No, her modern classic teen comedy Never Have I Ever isn't going anywhere (thankfully), but the star's eponymous sitcom The Mindy Project will be departing Netflix by the end of the month. Grab a bear claw and lie on the floor in distress!

As a comedy series that originally aired on Fox, then moved to Hulu as an original when the streamer saved it from cancellation, and was produced by NBCUniversal, it was surprising when the underrated workplace rom-com landed on Netflix back in January 2023. It was a pleasant surprise nonetheless as lots of new viewers had the chance to discover the series.

Netflix is removing The Mindy Project this month

But The Mindy Project will be removed from Netflix in the United States on Friday,...

Tuesday’s GMA3 welcomes a trio of actors – Kate Hudson, Drew Tarver, and Scott MacArthur – to discuss their new comedy, Running Point. Beyond the laughs, GMA3 pivots to more serious matters with author Brad Meltzer, discussing his latest book, Make Magic: The Book of Inspiration You Didn’t Know You Needed. Meltzer’s work often explores […]

GMA3: Kate Hudson, Brad Meltzer, Dr. Youn...

Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Kate Hudson (Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery) to the starting lineup of Running Point, the new comedy from Mindy Kaling (Never Have I Ever). Premiering Feb. 27 on Netflix, the series stars Hudson as Isla Gordon, a Los Angeles executive who is unexpectedly appointed head of the family business — which happens to be one of the most famous professional basketball franchises in the country — when her older brother publicly flames out and appoints her the new owner. You can watch him metaphorically pass the ball to Isla in the new featurette, above.

The Golden Globe winner and Academy Award–nominated actor is also an executive producer of the sitcom. Joining Hudson in the comedy are Scott MacArthur and Drew Tarver as Isla’s brothers, Max Greenfield as her fiancé, Brenda Song as a high-level team staffer, and more familiar faces on and off the...

On Friday February 21 2025, CBS broadcasts After Midnight!

Drew Tarver; Melanie Lynskey; Mary Holland; Morris Chestnut Season 2 Episode 66 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “After Midnight” promises an exciting lineup with a mix of talent and humor. Titled “Drew Tarver; Melanie Lynskey; Mary Holland; Morris Chestnut,” this episode features actor Drew Tarver, known for his comedic roles, alongside the talented Melanie Lynskey and Mary Holland. Their unique styles and chemistry are sure to bring plenty of laughs and entertaining moments.

Drew Tarver will likely showcase his quick wit and charm, drawing viewers in with his engaging personality. Melanie Lynskey, celebrated for her diverse roles in both drama and comedy, is expected to add depth and warmth to the episode. Mary Holland, known for her comedic timing, will also bring her own flair, making for a lively and enjoyable segment.

Adding a special touch to this episode is actor Morris Chestnut, who is making a guest appearance.

Kate Hudson and Mindy Kaling are slaying the red carpet at the premiere of their new Netflix series!

The ladies both looked gorgeous in gold gowns at the premiere of Running Point on Thursday evening (February 13) held at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood in Los Angeles.

Fellow cast members in attendance included Brenda Song, Justin Theroux & fiancée Nicole Brydon Bloom, Max Greenfield, Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, Dane Diliegro, Jay Ellis, Chet Hanks, Fabrizio Guido, Scott Evans, Uche Agada, and Toby Sandeman.

Kate also had the support of fiancé Danny Fujikawa.

Keep reading to find out more…Here’s the synopsis: When a scandal forces her brother to resign, Isla Gordon (Hudson) is appointed president of the Los Angeles Waves, one of the most storied professional basketball franchises, and her family business. Ambitious and often overlooked, Isla will have to prove to her skeptical brothers, the board, and the larger sports community...

The incredible and mostly true story of Belle Gibson, the glorious end of Cobra Kai, the return of arguably the world’s most talked about reality show, Kate Hudson flexing her comedy muscles and Robert De Niro leading a prestige TV show are some of the highlights among the new films and series hitting Netflix in February.

On Feb. 5, Amy Schumer’s comedy Kinda Pregnant debuts on Netflix. Director Tyler Spindel’s movie centers on Lainy (Schumer), who wears a fake baby bump while feeling jealous of her best friend’s pregnancy and ends up meeting her perfect guy. Rounding out the cast are Jillian Bell, Will Forte, Damon Wayans Jr., Brianne Howey, Alex Moffat, Joel David Moore, Lizze Broadway, Urzila Carlson and Francis Benhamou.

The name Belle Gibson may not be familiar to many people outside of Australia, but her incredible story, depicted more-or-less in the Netflix drama Apple Cider Vinegar,...

Netflix has debuted a trailer for the comedy series from Mindy Kaling ‘Running Point’ which has a premiere date of February 27th.

When a scandal forces her brother to resign, Isla Gordon (Kate Hudson) is appointed president of the Los Angeles Waves, one of the most storied professional basketball franchises, and her family business. Ambitious and often overlooked, Isla will have to prove to her sceptical brothers, the board, and the larger sports community that she is the right choice for the job.

From the hitmaking team of Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz, and David Stassen, Running Point puts a bold twist on the underdog comedy.

The 10-episode series also stars Brenda Song, Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, Fabrizio Guido, Toby Sandeman, Chet Hanks, Jay Ellis, and Max Greenfield.

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Kate Hudson is returning to TV with the new Netflix comedy Running Point!

The 45-year-old actress stars in and executive produces the upcoming series, which hails from writer/producer Mindy Kaling.

“I’ve been eager to dive into something comedic with a team I admire, and this role offered a fresh challenge and was hilarious and engaging right from the start,” Kate told Tudum. “The chance to work with people I respect and to bring a unique female perspective to a male-driven world was incredibly appealing.”

Ahead of the show’s February debut on the streamer, the trailer was just unveiled!

Keep reading to find out more…

Here’s a synopsis: When a scandal forces her brother to resign, Isla Gordon (Hudson) is appointed president of the Los Angeles Waves, one of the most storied professional basketball franchises, and her family business. Ambitious and often overlooked, Isla will have to prove to her skeptical brothers,...

For a short month, February has never pulled its punches.

While our friends on IndieWire’s film team prepare for the Oscars, the month kicks off with the Grammy Awards on February 2, every year’s biggest TV and music crossover. It’s also host to one of the biggest TV events of the decade if not the century: the “Saturday Night Live” fiftieth anniversary celebration, a star-studded tribute to a storied institution (catch up on “SNL50” on Peacock!).

February is a big month for Netflix, starting with the Kaitlyn-Dever led “Apple Cider Vinegar,” a delicious story of social media fraud in set in the infancy of Instagram. That would be a heavy hitter in any month, but the streamer keeps going; with “Zero Day”, then with “Running Point” from executive producers Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz, and David Stassen.

Speaking of punches, this month marks the return of “Peaky Blinders” creator...

Netflix is welcoming you to the family business.

In the trailer for the new series Running Point released Thursday, Kate Hudson stars as Isla Gordon, the new appointed president of the Los Angeles Waves basketball franchise. Being thrown into the job after a scandal forces her brother (Justin Theroux) to resign, Hudson’s Isla has to work on proving her skeptical family, the board and sports community that she is adept for the job.

“I work in a family business for the greatest basketball franchise in the history of the game, the Los Angeles Waves. And this is the story of the fucked-up family that runs it,” Hudson can be overheard saying in the trailer.

Throughout the rest of the teaser, Hudson has to prove herself against the naysayers, some of which describe her as a “Nepo baby” who doesn’t know what she’s doing. Despite the doubts, Husdon...

"We suck! I wanna know what you're gonna do to stop the sucking." Netflix has unveiled an official trailer for a new sports series called Running Point, a fictional drama series about a Los Angeles basketball team executive. This series is produced and developed by Mindy Kaling for WB Television, and will be released by Netflix starting at the end of February this winter sports season. "The balls are in her court now. Game on, boys."...

Kate Hudson is proving critics wrong as she climbs the basketball ranks in Netflix’s “Running Point.”

In the trailer for the new series, released Thursday, Hudson’s Isla Gordon is appointed as new president of the Los Angeles Waves after her brother enters rehab, forcing her to prove herself to her doubting family and a boatload of critics.

“You are president of the Waves — this is shocking,” Waves’ chief of staff and Isla’s bestfriend, Ali Lee (Brenda Song), tells her in the trailer before warning, “but on behalf of all women, don’t ever make a mistake — looks bad for all of us.”

After her eldest brother chose the only sister in the family to run the business, Isla’s other brothers — Scott MacArthur’s Ness Gordon, the Waves’ general manager; and Drew Tarver’s Sandy Gordon, the team’s chief financial officer — are some of her harshest critics.

Mindy Kaling has comprised an all-star lineup for her new Netflix comedy.

The streamer released a trailer on Thursday for Running Point, which premieres Thursday, Feb 27. The footage sees Oscar-nominated actress Kate Hudson suit up as the president of a fictitious NBA team. (Watch below.)

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“When a scandal forces her brother to resign,...

Updated: Kate Hudson is a force to be reckoned with in Running Point, Netflix’s upcoming basketball comedy. The streamer has unveiled the first trailer for the series from Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz and David Stassen.

“I work in a family business, for the greatest basketball franchise in the history of the game, the Los Angeles Waves. And this is the story of the f**d-up family that runs it,” says Hudson’s Jeanie Buss-like Isla Gordon in the trailer.

Brenda Song, Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, Fabrizio Guido, Toby Sandeman, Chet Hanks and Jay Ellis also star.

Check out the trailer above and see series details below.

Previous, Jan. 21: Netflix has revealed the start date for its B-ball comedy starring Kate Hudson and Brenda Song.

The series about a Jeanie Buss-like woman (Hudson) who takes over as president of a Los Angeles basketball team will premiere Feb. 27. Expect...

How do you pick up on the success of a sport-themed comedy series like Ted Lasso move it from England to the U.S., from soccer to basketball, and bring it to your streaming service?

Netflix’s answer to that question just might be Award-worthy. The new series stars Kate Hudson, the Golden Globe winner and Academy Award-nominated actor who is also an executive producer of the new sitcom. The series is set to premiere on February 27, 2025.

But what is the premise of Running Point?

Everything you want to know about the Kate Hudson-led Netflix comedy series, Running Point

Hudson plays Isla Gordon, the only sister in a family of brothers who is suddenly (and unexpectedly) appointed as the head of a family business. Yet, instead of making dolls or nails, that business is one of the most established basketball franchises in the United States.

Everybody is skeptical of the move,...

“Running Point” is a new live-action sports comedy created by Elaine Ko, Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz and David Stassen, starring Kate Hudson, Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, Brenda Song, Fabrizio Guido, Toby Sandeman, Chet Hanks and Max Greenfield, streaming February 27, 2025 on Netflix:

“…’Isla’, the only sister in a family of brothers, is ambitious and often overlooked.

“But when her brother is forced to resign from his position as president of the ‘Los Angeles Waves’…

“…she's appointed in his place…”

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While we're anxiously awaiting Nobody Wants This season 2, Netflix has another original comedy series full of laughs and romance prepared to take over our watch lists. Once again, the streamer has an A-list star in the leading role, a hilarious team behind the scenes, and an exciting premise that will have us all hooked and laughing out loud.

Academy Award-nominated movie star Kate Hudson headlines the new Netflix comedy series Running Point, which makes its premiere on Thursday, Feb. 27. After starring the second season of the Apple TV+ anthology series Truth Be Told, Hudson takes on her first major leading role in a television series, and it's a title that has put the fan-favorite right back in her 2000s rom-com roots.

I don't know about you, but since Hudson was announced as the star of Running Point all the way back in January 2024, the series became one of my most anticipated new comedies.

Netflix has debuted a set of first-look images for the comedy series from Mindy Kaling ‘Running Point’ alongside a premiere date of February 27th.

When a scandal forces her brother to resign, Isla Gordon (Kate Hudson) is appointed president of the Los Angeles Waves, one of the most storied professional basketball franchises, and her family business. Ambitious and often overlooked, Isla will have to prove to her sceptical brothers, the board, and the larger sports community that she is the right choice for the job.

(L to R) Toby Sanderman as Marcus Winfield and Uche Agada as Dyson. Cr. Kat Marcinowski/Netflix © 2024 (L to R) Drew Tarver as Sandy Gordon, Justin Theroux as Cam Gordon and Scott MacArthur as Ness Gordon (L to R) Max Greenfield as Lev Levinson and Kate Hudson as Isla Gordon. Cr. Kat Marcinowski/Netflix © 2024

From the hitmaking team of Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz, and David Stassen,...

For those that worship at the altar of Mindy Kaling, February brings good news.

The comedian’s latest project, “Running Point,” is a 10-episode comedy series starring Kate Hudson. When a scandal forces her brother to resign, Isla (Hudson) is put in charge of the L.A. Waves, one of the most famous NBA teams — and a family business. Also starring Brenda Song, Drew Tarver, Jay Ellis and Max Greenfield, the show is the easiest of easy binge watches, with a bunch of comedians (and fun famous cameos!) set loose to do their thing.

For a laugh-free experience, this month also finds Robert De Niro in his first regular TV role, when the limited series “Zero Day,” also starring Jesse Plemons, Lizzy Caplan, Angela Bassett, and Connie Britton comes to the platform February 20.

Here’s the logline: “Respected former U.S. President George Mullen, as head of the Zero Day Commission,...

Kate Hudson is back on Netlix and starring in a brand new comedy series!

The Oscar-nominated actress will lead the new show Running Point, which is written and executive produced by the hitmaking team of Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz, and David Stassen.

When a scandal forces her brother to resign, Isla Gordon (Hudson) is appointed president of the Los Angeles Waves, one of the most storied professional basketball franchises, and her family business. Ambitious and often overlooked, Isla will have to prove to her skeptical brothers, the board, and the larger sports community that she was the right choice for the job.

Justin Theroux is not a listed cast member, but it looks like he makes a cameo in the show based on the photos!

Also starring in the series are Max Greenfield, Brenda Song, Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, Fabrizio Guido, Toby Sandeman, Chet Hanks, Jay Ellis, Keyla Monterroso Mejia,...

Netflix has released the premiere date, key art and photos for Running Point, a new comedy series from executive producer Mindy Kaling premiering on February 27.

In the series, when a scandal forces her brother to resign, Isla Gordon (Kate Hudson) is appointed president of the Los Angeles Waves, one of the most storied professional basketball franchises, and her family business.

Ambitious and often overlooked, Isla will have to prove to her skeptical brothers, the board, and the larger sports community that she is the right choice for the job.

From writers and executive producers Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz and David Stassen, Running Point puts a bold twist on the underdog comedy. The 10-episode series stars Kate Hudson, Brenda Song, Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, Fabrizio Guido, Toby Sandeman, Chet Hanks, Jay Ellis and Max Greenfield.

David Stassen is the showrunner of the comedy series, which also stars Keyla Monterroso Mejia, Roberto Sanchez,...

When Mindy Kaling joined Meghan Markle’s new cooking show as a guest recently, she found herself very impressed by the Duchess’ culinary skills.

Speaking to Deadline on the Golden Globes red carpet on Sunday, Kaling revealed her experience filming the show titled With Love, Meghan, set to premiere on Netflix January 15.

“I was just in my maternity leave and Meghan texted me and said, ‘Hey do you want to come be in my show and come to Montecito and have me cook for you?’ And I was like, ‘Yeah that sounds perfect, I would love to do that.’”

So the question is, what did she get to eat? “Well I think of myself as kind of an Ok cook,” Kaling said, “but she unsurprisingly blew me out of the water. The thing about her recipes and being there was that it was just really accessible. She has a garden...

Peak TV or not, 2025 is poised to be a major year for Netflix. The oldest streamer in the biz retains a loyal customer base as well as an ad-based tier, and welcomes back multiple juggernaut shows for new seasons over the next twelve months.

The dust has barely settled on “Squid Game” Season 2 as we look ahead to Season 3, while the final “Stranger Things” installment arrives three years after its predecessor. Fan favorites “You” and “Wednesday” will return after taking a break in 2024, as will a handful of new shows with major stars and creative talent attached to them. A Taylor Kitsch and Peter Berg team up? Check. Shondaland murder mystery? Check. “Mindy Kaling sports comedy?” Check check check. Find all that and more in our 2025 Netflix preview, featuring fresh and returning shows you can stream very, very soon.

1. “American Primeval” (January 9)

The year begins in the Wild West with...

Cary Dubek's villainous arc on The Other Two was a surprising turn for the character, but also a brilliant one. The HBO Max comedy series The Other Two is a hilarious look behind the scenes of modern celebrity and media life as it focuses on the Dubek twins, Cary (Drew Tarver) and Brooke (Helne Yorke), the two older adult siblings of Chase Dreams (Case Walker), the hottest new pop star on the planet. The series follows their hilarious misadventures as they try to get out from under the shadow of their famous baby brother.

The Other Two served as a smart and hysterical satire of show business in the 21st century, skewering everything from industry parties to method actors to procedural shows. However, at the core of the show was the respective journeys of Cary and Brooke as they sought their own fame and recognition. The final season of The Other Two...

Just eight months after the last round of Emmy celebrations — with the 2023 show pushed to January following the strikes — Hollywood is back at it, toasting this year’s top TV talents all across town. The agencies kicked things off on Thursday and Friday, while Saturday saw the toasts carrying on and the studios closed out Sunday with their respective afterparties.

Here’s an inside look at this year’s festivities, as The Hollywood Reporter‘s staffers hit the biggest events across Los Angeles.

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Players: Warner Bros. Discovery boss David Zaslav and HBO chief Casey Bloys were seen making rounds and congratulating the casts and teams from True Detective: Night Country, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Hacks, The Gilded Age, The White Lotus and The Sympathizer including Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Jodie Foster, Conan O’Brien, John Oliver, Alex Edelman, Larry David, Christine Baranski, Carrie Coon, Morgan Spector,...

Party Down is one of those comedy shows that very few people know about but those who know it, love it and really appreciate the recent revival. The Starz series follows the story of a group of out-of-work actors in Los Angeles who are trying to earn a living by working in a catering company and still hoping to make it big in the industry. Party Down stars Adam Scott, Ken Marino, Lizzy Caplan, Ryan Hansen, Martin Starr, Jane Lynch, and Megan Mullally. So, if you loved the group dynamics, cringe comedy, and a bit of dark humor in Party Down, here are some similar shows you could watch next.

Corporate (Paramount+ & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Comedy Central

Corporate is a dark comedy series created by Pat Bishop, Matt Ingebretson, and Jake Weisman. The Comedy Central series follows the miserable lives of two downtrodden employees as they die a...

Stars: Justice Smith, David Alan Grier, An-Li Bogan, Drew Tarver, Michaela Watkins, Aisha Hinds, Tim Baltz, Rupert Friend, Nicole Byer | Written and Directed by Kobi Libii

The debut feature from writer-director Kobi Libii, this blackly comic fantasy comedy has a solid central idea, but never quite gets to grips with its own satirical intent. Ultimately, it works better as an offbeat romantic comedy, thanks to an engaging central performance and charming chemistry between the two leads.

Justice Smith stars as Aaron Mbondo, an artist in Los Angeles whose yarn sculptures aren’t quite cutting it with the art gallery crowd. After a painful show, during which he’s mistaken for a waiter, insult is added to injury when he’s nearly beaten up by some white guys who think he’s a mugger. However, he’s rescued at the last minute by Roger (David Alan Grier), a server he recognises from the gallery.

Exclusive: Scott Evans (Barbie) has joined the cast of Netflix’s Mindy Kaling basketball series Running Point in a recurring role. He plays Charlie, Sandy Gordon’s (Drew Tarver) boyfriend whom he has been keeping secret from the rest of the family.

In Running Point, when a scandal forces her brother to resign, Isla Gordon (Kate Hudson) is appointed President of the Los Angeles Waves, one of the most storied professional basketball franchises, and her family business. Ambitious and often overlooked, Isla will have to prove to her skeptical brothers (Tarver and Scott MacArthur), the board, and the larger sports community that she is the right choice for the job, especially in the unpredictable, male-dominated world of sports.

The cast also includes Jay Ellis, Brenda Song, Fabrizio Guido, Toby Sandeman, Chet Hanks, Max Greenfield, Keyla Monterroso Mejia, Roberto Sanchez, Uche Agada and Dane Diliegro.

The 10-episode series is produced by...

We’re getting the first look at Kate Hudson as President of a legendary basketball franchise in Mindy Kaling’s new comedy series Running Point (fka Untitled Mindy Kaling Comedy Series), set for premiere in 2025. Hudson and Kaling presented the new title and photos Wednesday during the Netflix Upfront presentation in New York City. You can see the photos above and below.

In Running Point, when a scandal forces her brother to resign, Isla Gordon (Hudson) is appointed President of the Los Angeles Waves, one of the most storied professional basketball franchises, and her family business. Ambitious and often overlooked, Isla will have to prove to her skeptical brothers, the board, and the larger sports community that she was the right choice for the job, especially in the unpredictable, male-dominated world of sports.

Cast also includes Brenda Song, Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, Fabrizio Guido, Toby Sandeman, Chet Hanks, Max Greenfield,...

At the second Netflix Upfront presentation, Chief Content Officer Bela Bajaria discussed a variety of shows, movies, and live events coming to the streaming service.

Netflix announced new series, including witty comedies like Golf, starring Will Ferrell and executive produced by Ramy Youseff and Rian Johnson, Running Point, starring Kate Hudson and executive produced by Mindy Kaling, and Nobody Wants This, starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody.

Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx in Back in Action

The scripted comedy Golf has received a 10-episode order. In his first TV comedy series, Ferrell stars as a fictional golf legend, and Youssef will also play a role. The series was created by Will Ferrell, Ramy Youssef, and Josh Rabinowitz. Youssef and Rabinowitz are showrunners and executive producers.

Will Ferrell, Jessica Elbaum, and Alix Taylor are executive producers for Gloria Sanchez Productions. Rian Johnson, Ram Bergman, and Nena Rodrigue are executive producers for T-Street.

There is lots of news dribbling out of Netflix today.

While we don’t have many details, we might as well get the discussion started.

Here’s what we’ve got.

Adam Sandler Revives Happy Gilmore

For fans of Adam Sandler, the movie Happy Gilmore might be one of his greatest achievements.

Golfers rarely get the movie star treatment despite the amount of money that goes to the winners, but this 1996 movie uses adversity to push him toward the big prize.

Today, Netflix announced that they’d be reviving Mr. Gilmore, but little else is known.

Should some of Happy’s old rivals return?

Christopher McDonald played Happy’s rival Shooter McGavin, and he mentioned the project in March.

Whether that means he’ll be along for the ride remains to be seen.

Golf Starring Will Ferrell Greenlit

Timing is everything!

Is this a hint that Netflix is hoping to...

Netflix released a first look at “Running Point,” Mindy Kaling’s upcoming comedy series starring Kate Hudson.

Per the official logline, “when a scandal forces her brother to resign, Isla Gordon (Hudson) is appointed president of the Los Angeles Waves, one of the most storied professional basketball franchises, and her family business. Ambitious and often overlooked, Isla will have to prove to her skeptical brothers, the board, and the larger sports community that she was the right choice for the job, especially in the unpredictable, male-dominated world of sports.”

The cast also includes Drew Tarver, seen above on the right as Sandy, one of Isla’s brothers and the chief financial officer of The Waves; Scott MacArthur, seen above on the left as Ness, another brother and the Waves’ general manager; and Brenda Song, seen below as Ali Lee, the team’s chief of staff.

The photos were released during Netflix’s 2024 upfront presentation,...

At his “Seth Rogen Smokes the Bowl” show on Tuesday night, Rogen transformed the Hollywood Bowl into a stoner’s paradise.

The music and comedy show, which was part of the Netflix is a Joke festival, featured a star-studded lineup of performances from Snoop Dogg, Post Malone, Lil Dicky, Bill Burr, Ramy Youssef, Ronny Chieng and Abbott Elementary‘s Janelle James. The event benefited his and wife Lauren Miller’s non-profit Hilarity For Charity, which advocates for individuals and families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease.

Rogen kicked off the night by lighting a giant bong that was planted on the Bowl stage, channeling an Olympic opening ceremony as the Hollywood Chamber Orchestra played alongside him. Lil Dicky sang the national anthem (as well as a few of his hits), as Rogen returned to tell the orchestra, “I can’t imagine as you were practicing your entire lives to be amazing...

May is here, and with it the beginning of summer and — most crucially — more time to watch movies. But while the multiplex is sure to deliver some great thrills, spills and chills this month, if you’re looking to stay in for a night we’ve got a bevy of streaming recommendations to throw your way. Indeed, a number of exciting new movies are streaming in May, from an Anne Hathaway-led romcom to a truly bonkers Jerry Seinfeld movie to a much-maligned Marvel film that may be good for some unintentional laughs.

Below we’ve put together a curated list of the best new movies streaming in May on Netflix, Prime Video, Max, Disney+, Hulu and more. So heat up some popcorn, grab your favorite blanket and settle in.

“Turtles All the Way Down” Isabela Merced in “Turtles All the Way Down” (Max)

Max – May 2

Based on the bestselling...