TV News Roundup: Netflix Greenlights Animated Series ‘DeadEndia’

Netflix has cancelled filming on a Turkish original series following pressure to remove a gay character.The producers of If Only, what would have been an eight-part relationship drama, were refused a filming license by the Turkish government because a gay character was written into the show.The show’s creator, Ece Yörenç told Altyazi Fasikul (which was then translated into the Financial Times): “Due to a gay character, permission to film the series was not granted and this is very frightening

Congratulations are in order for Nicki Minaj as she just announced that she is going to be a mom! Today, the superstar rapper took Instagram by storm as she confirmed that she's pregnant with her first child. Nicki shared a series of bikini-clad photos of herself cradling her baby bump on the social media platform.

More than 35 years after first hitting theatres, “Gremlins” will be making a comeback.

Janet W. Lee In today’s TV news roundup, W.

Janet W. Lee In today’s TV news roundup, Netflix reveals a first look at Season 5 of “Last Chance U,” and Telemundo brings back a third season of “La Reina del Sur” starring Kate del Castillo.RENEWALSTelemundo has greenlit a third season of its original series “La Reina del Sur,” starring Kate del Castillo as Teresa Mendoza.

Netflix originally announced the Dragon Dogma’s anime series last year and have now confirmed a date for later this year.The series is expected to land on September 17 and is based upon the 2012 role-playing game from Capcom.

Will Thorne Staff WriterThe world of the iconic “Usagi Yojimbo” comic books is coming to television for the first time.Netflix is teaming with Gaumont on a CGI animated series titled “Samurai Rabbit: The Usagi Chronicles,” which is based on the 35-year-old comic book series by Stan Sakai.Rather than centering around the comic books’ protagonist Miyamoto Usagi, the series will take place in the far future and follow the teenage Rabbit Samurai Yuichi, descendent of the aforementioned great

Ellise Shafer editorIn today’s TV news roundup, Netflix has released the “Lucifer” Season 5 trailer, and HBO Max has acquired the rights to “Ravi Patel’s Pursuit of Happiness,” premiering Aug.

Emily in Paris to fill that void in the fall. On Monday, July 13, announced that it had acquired the series—which stars and was created by Sex and the City and genius Darren Star—from MTV Studios.

Netflix series The Crown will get a sixth season, it has been announced.

J. Kim Murphy editorIn today’s TV News Roundup, NBC set a “Weakest Link” revival with Jane Lynch as host, and Amazon Prime Video released a teaser for Season 2 of “The Boys.”Hulu has announced that Season 2 of its comedy series “Pen15” will premiere on the streamer on Sept. 18.

Klaritza Rico In today’s TV news roundup, Netflix announced the premiere date for its upcoming drama series “Away” and Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Sean Hayes announced their new podcast “Smartless” will premiere in July.Netflix has announced “Away” will premiere on Sept. 4. The upcoming drama series follows American astronaut Emma Green (Hilary Swank) as she prepares to lead an international crew on the first mission to Mars, but she must first reconcile her decision to leave behind her

HBO Max is breathing new life in an acclaimed short film with a sweetly powerful message.

Amanda N'Duka pmc-editorial-managerHBO Max has picked up a 12-episode season for Young Love, a 2D animated series created by Matthew A.

Pharrell Williams on a new unscripted project.The streamer has ordered docu-series, Voices of Fire, that will explore the singer's hometown community of Hampton Roads, Virginia as it builds one of the world’s most inspiring gospel choirs.

Also Read: Netflix Renews Mindy Kaling's 'Never Have I Ever' for Season 2The graphic novels were praised for the diversity of the characters’ identities and experiences, including main character Barney, a transgender teenager, and the non-neurotypical Norma.Zach Barack will voice Barney (“Spider-Man: Far from Home”), with Kody Kavitha as Norma (“Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles”), Emily Osment as Courtney (“Almost Family,” “The Kominsky Method”), Alex Brightman as Pugsley (“Beetlejuice

Jake Kanter International TV EditorNetflix has commissioned BAFTA-nominated UK company Blink Studios to adapt Hamish Steele’s DeadEndia young adult graphic novels into a 2D animated series.DeadEndia follows the adventures of Barney, Norma and magical talking dog Pugsley as they battle supernatural forces during their summer jobs at a haunted house theme park.Zach Barack (Spider-Man: Far from Home) stars as Barney, while Kody Kavitha (Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) and Alex Brightman

Ellise Shafer editorIn today’s TV news roundup, Netflix debuted the official trailer for “Cursed” and ESPN announced that Pablo Torre will become the full-time host of the “ESPN Daily” podcast. Comedy Central has announced that “Corporate” will premiere its third and final season on June 22 at 10:30 p.m.

Denise Petski Senior Managing EditorE! is expanding its programming slate with new celeb-focused series Celebrity Call Center, based on the UK series, and executive produced by Nick Cannon, and 10 Things You Don’t Know from Jupiter Entertainment, both for premiere this summer, along with plastic surgery series Dr. 90210, from Entertainment One, for debut this fall.