War is brewing in Netflix’s new series “The Diplomat”.
25.02.2023 - 01:27 / usmagazine.com
Bringing a role to life. The cast of Netflix’s Queen Charlotte series bear a striking resemblance to their Bridgerton counterparts.
In December 2022, the original regency series introduced viewers to Golda Rosheuvel as Queen Charlotte. Bridgerton, which was inspired by Julia Quinn‘s novels, hinted at the monarch’s past with scenes between her and husband King George III (James Fleet).
Before the second season premiered, Netflix announced that Charlotte would be the focus of a prequel show.
“Many viewers had never known the story of Queen Charlotte before Bridgerton brought her to the world, and I’m thrilled this new series will further expand her story and the world of Bridgerton,” Netflix’s Head of Global TV Bela Bajaria in a statement in May 2021. “Shonda [Rhimes] and her team are thoughtfully building out the Bridgerton universe so they can keep delivering for the fans with the same quality and style they love. And by planning and prepping all the upcoming seasons now, we also hope to keep up a pace that will keep even the most insatiable viewers totally fulfilled.”
That same month, Rosheuvel praised the impact that Bridgerton has had on the entertainment industry.
“I saw [its success] before it came out, because we kinda get a sneak peek of it and I knew it was something that I hadn’t seen before,” the actress told Town & Country. “And I knew that it was something that I was hoping to see. That I have always been hoping to see. That inclusion, that diversity, pushing the boundaries so Black and brown artists can be celebrated in fabulous clothes and fabulous wigs.”
She continued: “The debate [over representation] has been ongoing and very, very long. I hope that it spills out into other characters in other shows. Playing
War is brewing in Netflix’s new series “The Diplomat”.
Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent Jonah Hauer-King (“The Little Mermaid”) and Anna Próchniak (“Baptiste”) are starring in the limited event series adapted from Heather Morris’s “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” for Sky and Peacock. Now in production, the Peacock Original series is being produced by Synchronicity Films and will be entirely directed by Tali Shalom-Ezer, whose past credits include “Princess.” Claire Mundell and Jacquelin Perske are executive producers. A global bestseller, “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” has sold more than 12 million copies around the world. “In Auschwitz, a factory of death and dehumanisation, Lale and Gita’s love story is an act of defiance,” said Shalom-Ezer. “It is the choice to remain human. I’m inspired and honoured to bring this story to life, alongside the talented team of people assembled,” Shalom-Ezer continued.
A Monk followup movie will be coming to Peacock. The NBCU streamer has ordered Mr. Monk’s Last Case: A Monk Movie, starring Tony Shalhoub in a reprisal of his titular role from the USA series, along with original series cast members Ted Levine (On Becoming a God in Central Florida), Traylor Howard (Boston Common), Jason Gray-Stanford (Percy Jackson and The Olympians), Melora Hardin (The Office) and Hector Elizondo (Pretty Woman). The project hails from the original series creative team including creator, executive producer and writer Andy Breckman, executive producer David Hoberman, executive producer/director Randy Zisk. The studio behind the movie is UCP, a division of Universal Studio Group.
Julia MacCary editor Got “beef” with the driver who cut you off while you were backing out? Be warned — things could spiral. Netflix released the trailer for its highly anticipated dark comedy series “Beef,” which stars Steven Yeun and Ali Wong. Along with the first look footage, the streamer also unveiled a debut date of April 6. The show will comprise of 10 episodes with a runtime of roughly 30 minutes each. The series follows the aftermath after two strangers get into a road rage incident and cause a big reaction. Failing contractor Danny Cho (Yeun) butts heads with picture-perfect entrepreneur Amy Lau (Wong) following the entanglement. As their feud continues, it begins to impact their own lives and relationships.
Steven Yeun and Ali Wong are facing off.The duo star in Netflix's upcoming dark comedy series, , which follows two strangers -- failing contractor with a chip on his shoulder, Danny Cho (Yeun), and a self-made entrepreneur with a seemingly picturesque life, Amy Lau (Wong) -- whose lives become chaotic as ever following a road rage incident.In the official trailer, which the streamer released Wednesday, the madness goes up a hundred notches after they have a not-so-great encounter in a parking lot, which takes place as both reach a boiling point in their lives. Not letting their run-in go, Danny chases Amy down city streets, determined to make her life a living hell. And so begins their never-ending revenge spiral.«I have a very full life that I'd love to get back to.
The royal family were all in attendance at the annual Commonwealth Day service - apart from the Cambridge children.This year's ceremony marks the first time King Charles took the reins since becoming monarch, accompanied by Queen Consort, Camilla, Prince William and the Princess of Wales.They were also joined by Princess Anne and her husband, Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence, and the new Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, Edward and Sophie, who were awarded their new titles by the King on Friday. However, avid fans of the royals were disappointed not to see the family in full, with Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis not in attendance.
Daredevil: Born Again, the Disney+ revival of Netflix’s Daredevil series, has officially confirmed several returning stars.
EXCLUSIVE: Marsha Stephanie Blake(When They See Us), Gabrielle Graham (Twenties), John Ortiz (Promised Land) and Tamsin Topolski (Slow Horses) have been cast opposite Colman Domingo in Netflix’s The Madness limited series. The conspiracy thriller hails from Chernin Entertainment via its first-look deal with Netflix, creator and co-showrunner Stephen Belber (O.G., The Laramie Project) and co-showrunner VJ Boyd (Justified, S.W.A.T.)
Chris Rock didn’t just come after Will Smith during his Netflix live comedy special on Saturday night. He also had the royals in his line of fire!!
Florida Man,” which premieres April 13. With creator, showrunner and executive producer Donald Todd (“This is Us”), the show depicts an ex-cop (Edgar Ramírez) who has to come home to Florida and find a runaway girlfriend. The quick gig turns into a long journey that uncovers family secrets. In addition to Ramírez, the show stars Anthony LaPaglia, Abbey Lee, Otmara Marrero, Lex Scott Davis, Emory Cohen, Clark Gregg, Isaiah Johnson, Paul Schneider and Lauren Buglioli. Jason Bateman and Michael Costigan executive produced the series for Aggregate.
What’s Edgar Ramírez been up to lately? Well, last year he had the female spy flick “The 355.” And up next, he’s part of the star-studded cast of Eli Roth‘s take on the videogame “Borderlands,” with any luck out this year. But in between, he returns to Netflix with “Florida Man,” a new crime series that traces shady people in a sun-dappled atmosphere.
King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla are set to visit France and Germany for the first state visits of his new reign, it has been announced. The royal couple will use the occasion to "celebrate Britain’s relationship" with the two countries through an array of engagements. It will be the first time that Charles, 74, has travelled abroad in an official capacity since becoming King.
Even geniuses need help sometimes.
The latest entry in the Pokémon franchise is coming.
For folks older than 35, it’s hard to think about any one actor who defines the action genre as much as Arnold Schwarzenegger. For years, he was the biggest name in all of the film industry and just his appearance in a film would make it a blockbuster.
Queen have released the sixth episode of their 50-week YouTube series Queen: The Greatest Live which celebrates their live performances of ‘Now I’m Here’.The song, taken from Queen’s 1974 album ‘Sheer Heart Attack’, is their most-played song live and has become their traditional set opener.Episode 6 of the YouTube series showcases four live performances of ‘Now I’m Here’ – two classic clips with Freddie Mercury from the London Rainbow ’74 and London Hammersmith ’75 plus Queen and Adam Lambert performances from Summer Sonic, Tokyo in 2014 and most recently, from the band’s Rhapsody Over London show 2022.“We released it after ‘Killer Queen’. And it’s just a total contrast.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will be crowned on May 6 coronation.
The cast of Netflix’s Outer Banks showed up in a big way for the Season 3 premiere of the popular series.
Ella Kemp Guest Contributor The cast and crew of “Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story” have promised an “intimate story” in the prequel series to Shonda Rhimes’ Netflix hit. At a global fan event at Claridge’s in London, host Gena Mour-Barrett welcomed showrunner, writer and executive producer Rhimes over Zoom, with cast members Golda Rosheuvel, Adjoa Andoh and Ruth Gemmell attending in person to discuss their characters in the new series, first introduced in the flagship Netflix show launched in 2020. Also in attendance were the three main cast members new to the “Bridgerton” universe: India Amarteifio as young Queen Charlotte (with Rosheuvel reprising her role as the Queen in adulthood), Arsema Thomas as young Lady Danbury (her older counterpart played by Andoh) and with Corey Mylchreest joining the cast as young King George III.
“Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story” is coming to Netflix on May 4.