Apple TV+ announces seventh season for celebrated spy drama “Slow Horses”: Today, Apple TV+ announced a new, six-episode seventh season for the widely hailed ...
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The upcoming HBO series adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter books has cast its leads. The series will star Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter ... Show more
HBO Casts Lead Actors in New Harry Potter Series | Kirkus Reviews
HBO Casts Lead Actors in New Harry Potter Series | Kirkus Reviews
Key FactsNew Young Cast Announced for Potter Series
May 27 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
- Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout were cast as Harry, Hermione, and Ron respectively.
- Veteran actors including John Lithgow and Janet McTeer will portray key Hogwarts characters alongside the newcomers.
- JK Rowling serves as executive producer to ensure a faithful adaptation of the original novels.
- Filming is set to commence at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden with the first season aimed for release in 2026.
The talent of these three unique actors is wonderful to behold, and we cannot wait for the world to witness their magic together onscreen.— Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod, showrunner and executive producer of the series.
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DC Studios Announces MISTER MIRACLE Animated Series Aimed at Adults: The acclaimed Mister Miracle comic book series by Tom King and Mitch Gerads will be getting ...
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'Wheel of Time' Showrunner Breaks Silence Following Amazon Cancellation
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Key FactsShowrunner Reacts to Wheel of Time Cancellation
Jun 06 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: collider.com
- Rafe Judkins, the showrunner, addressed the cancellation of Wheel of Time by Prime Video on May 23, 2023.
- The series maintained a top 10 position in Nielsen ratings for 20 weeks, a rare achievement in the past decade.
- Despite a petition surpassing 123,000 signatures, Amazon and Sony have no plans to transfer the show to other platforms.
- Judkins expressed hope that the story will eventually be completed because the fans deserve closure.
These fans deserve to see the story finished.— Rafe Judkins, showrunner of 'The Wheel of Time', in a message on Instagram regarding the cancellation of the series.
Amazon Cancels The Wheel of Time Prime Video Series After 3 Seasons, Leaving the Story Far From Finished - IGN
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Wheel Of Time Canceled By Prime Video After 3 Seasons: Amazon Prime Video's The Wheel of Time has come to a premature end after three seasons ...
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Key FactsPrime Video Cancels The Wheel of Time After Season Three
May 23 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nerdist.com
- Prime Video announced that The Wheel of Time will not be renewed beyond its third season.
- The series adapts Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson’s novels under showrunner Rafe Judkins.
- Although popular and critically noted, the show will conclude without a fourth season.
- All three seasons remain available for streaming on Prime Video.
HBO’s new Harry Potter series has found its Harry, Ron and Hermione: Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton and Alastair Stout will head to Hogwarts School of ...
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Jim Butcher and His “Dresden Files” Series Have Survived the Darkness: Now in its 25th year, The Dresden Files and its author have survived the darkness ...
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‘You’ brought Joe Goldberg’s story to a fitting conclusion. The showrunners explain why he got what he deserved
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Labubu: The ‘kind of ugly’ plush toy that has taken the world by storm: People across Asia flocked to shopping malls and online stores Friday as they scrambled ...
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After J.K. Rowling's transphobic gloating, it's time to leave "Harry Potter" behind for good
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Nick Frost Disables Comments On Instagram Post Announcing Role In Controversial Harry Potter Series
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20 Favorite Female Authors Picked by the Women at IGN - IGN: The women at IGN celebrate Women's History Month by highlighting their favorite female authors ...
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Here's a first look at Sonic as The Flash in Sega's DC Comics crossover: DC Comics and Sega have released a first look at their Justice League and Sonic the ...
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'I Have to Finish the Books': George R.R. Martin Offers Update On Final Game of Thrones Novels
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Romance publisher yanks book series after controversy over pro-Musk lines in novel
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John Lithgow Confirms Casting As Dumbledore In HBO's Harry Potter: "This Is Going To Define The Last Chapter Of My Life" [Exclusive]
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Key FactsJohn Lithgow Cast as Dumbledore in HBO’s Harry Potter
Feb 25 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: movieweb.com
- John Lithgow has confirmed his role as Albus Dumbledore in HBO's Harry Potter reboot.
- The series will adapt each book into a full season, indicating a long-term commitment for Lithgow.
- He noted that the decision was challenging as the role will define a significant part of his career.
- Additionally, Paapa Essiedu is reportedly set to play Severus Snape, while the main trio's casting remains unannounced.
DiscussingFilm Feb 19
A new comic book series ‘SPIDER-MAN & WOLVERINE’ has been announced.
Written by Marc Guggenheim with art by Kaare Andrews.
Releasing on May 7.
CBR Jan 26
Josh Hartnett's Underrated 18-Year-Old Vampire Movie Is Coming to Peacock Next Month
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Beloved Aussie author John Marsden dies: Renowned Australian author John Marsden has died aged 74.
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Key FactsRenowned Australian Author John Marsden Passes Away
Dec 18 24 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abc.net.au
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abc.net.au
- Acclaimed Australian author John Marsden has died at the age of 74.
- Marsden was known for the internationally successful Tomorrow book series and received numerous accolades for his contributions to literature.
- His most famous work, Tomorrow, When the War Began, established him as one of Australia's leading young adult novelists.
- In addition to writing, Marsden founded two schools in Victoria and won the Christina Stead Award in 2015 for his historical novel South of Darkness.
‘It’s got everything you want, plus dragons’: Brandon Sanderson on the joy of writing fantasy
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'Fairy porn' novels are getting Gen Z and millennials all hot and bothered: 'A little bit of shame'
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What was Alabama’s most popular Netflix show in 2024?: This year, Alabamians were looking to travel back in time.
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Netflix Just Debuted A New Animated Christmas Movie, And It's Based On A Beloved Children's Book Series
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Season 3 of The Wheel of Time gets teaser ahead of March release: Season three of The Wheel of Time has gotten a teaser trailer, but fans still have to wait ...
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Francine Pascal, Creator of ‘Sweet Valley High’ Book Series, Dies at 92: Francine Pascal, the creator of the Sweet Valley High book series, has died at the age ...
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Key FactsFrancine Pascal, creator of Sweet Valley High, passes away at 92
Jul 30 24 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ew.com
- Francine Pascal, the mastermind behind the beloved Sweet Valley High series, has passed away at the age of 92.
- Her daughter Laurie Wenk-Pascal confirmed that Pascal died of lymphoma at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital in Manhattan.
- Pascal began her career as a journalist, wrote for various magazines, and worked on different literary projects before achieving success with Sweet Valley High.
- Her legacy includes not only the iconic series but also other books and projects she worked on throughout her career. She is survived by two daughters, six grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.
‘Sweet Valley High’ Book Series Creator Francine Pascal, Gen X Favorite, Dies at 92
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Netflix Gave Game of Thrones’ Creators a Second Shot. They Used It to Ruin Another Beloved Book Series.
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