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01.06.2021 - 17:21 / variety.com
Jamie Lang Legendary U.K. animation studio Aardman Animations has greenlit a new preschool series, “The Very Small Creatures,” commissioned by Sky Kids and utilizing characters from the iconic Aardman “Morph” universe.
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the limited musical series, which will see Josh Gad and Luke Evans reprise their respective roles of LeFou and Gaston from the 2017 film.The series, which will begin production next spring, will also star newcomer Brianna Middleton as LeFou's stepsister, Tilly.Set in the kingdom of years before the events of the beloved musical, the series will follow Gaston and LeFou as they set off with Tilly after a surprising revelation from her past comes to light.
Oscar nominee Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread), Emmy nominee Carice van Houten (Game of Thrones), Paloma Faith (Youth) and Michael McElhatton (Game of Thrones) and BAFTA nominee Kosar Ali (Rocks) are among 14 cast in Starz’s original series Dangerous Liaisons, a reimagining of Pierre Choderlos de Laclos’ classic 18th century novel. Also joining leads Alice Englert and Nicholas Denton in the prequel series are Nathanael Saleh (Mary Poppins Returns), Hakeem Kae-Kazim (Godzilla vs.
The long-gestating Gaston & LeFou Beauty and the Beast prequel series is a go. Disney+ has officially greenlighted Beauty and the Best (working title), an eight-episode limited musical series, a prequel to the 2017 live-action film. The movie’s Luke Evans and Josh Gad are reprising their roles as Gaston and LeFou (Louie) in the series, joined by newcomer Briana Middleton (The Tender Bar) as the female lead, Louie’s stepsister, Tilly.
The Beauty and the Beast prequel series is officially coming!
Angelina Jolie and her six kids, whom she shares with Brad Pitt, recently took New York by storm. Angelina along with Maddox, 19, Pax, 17, Zahara, 16, Shiloh, 15, and twins Vivienne and Knox, 12, were seen celebrating the Eternals star's 46th birthday in Los Angeles.
Elvis Presley first met Priscilla Presley (née Beaulieu) in Germany during his station in the army. The star, who had found a great deal of success already in America, was drafted in 1958, prompting him to move to Friedberg, Germany.
Nikki Bella is celebrating her fiancé and «world's greatest dada,» Artem Chigvintsev, on his birthday.Thepro turned 39 on Saturday and was honored with the sweetest birthday tribute. Bella posted a slew of photos of them together and the birthday boy with their 10-month-old son Mateo.«Happy Birthday @theartemc! You are truly the world’s greatest Dada! You are the kindest soul I have ever met, everyone feels it and says it when they come in contact with you.
Ted is heading to the small screen!
A live-action “Ted” prequel series from Seth MacFarlane is coming to Peacock, with the “Family Guy” creator in talks to reprise his role as the voice of the foul-mouthed teddy bear.The live-action series, based on Seth MacFarlane’s feature films released by Universal Pictures with MRC Film, will be executive produced by MacFarlane and Erica Huggins for Fuzzy Door. MacFarlane is under an overall deal with Universal.
Seth MacFarlane is bringing back the beloved foul-mouthed teddy bear, Ted.
EXCLUSIVE: Chris Addison, who starred in HBO’s Veep and is one of the creators of FX and BBC’s Breeders, is to adapt Caimh McDonnell’s The Dublin Trilogy series of novels for television.
Nikki Bella and Artem Chigvintsev are taking things one at a time!
Nikki Bella can't wait to marry Artem Chigvintsev, but it may be a while until they officially say «I do.»While speaking to ET via Zoom, the 37-year-old star detailed her dream nuptials, and explained why she and her fiancé are currently putting wedding planning on hold. Nikki previously said during an episode of that she and the 38-year-old pro were hoping to tie the knot in fall 2021.
Music legend Quincy Jones claimed Elvis Presley was a "racist" and refused to work with him.The 88 year old music producer has been long adored in the industry, having worked with the likes of Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra - however, he admitted that he drew a line when it came to joining forces with the King of Rock' n' Roll. In a candid interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Quincy reflected: "I was writing for [orchestra leader] Tommy Dorsey, oh God, back then in the '50s.
Joe Otterson TV ReporterPeacock is developing a series adaptation of the Victoria Aveyard novel “Red Queen” with Elizabeth Banks attached to executive produce, direct and appear in a major supporting role.Beth Schwartz and Aveyard co-wrote the pilot and will executive produce the project, with Schwartz also serving as showrunner. Banks and Max Handelman executive produce via Brownstone Productions.