Fast and Furious franchise headed to Netflix for a new animated series
Universal Pictures' blockbuster Fast and Furious film franchise is making the leap to television after eight films, and the small-screen show will take the form of an animated series on Netflix, produced by the Emmy-winning DreamWorks Animation studio.
‘Avengers: Infinity War’: Everything we know so far
Marvel Studios' massive crossover event, Avengers: Infinity War, is getting closer to its April 27 release date. The film packs in a long list of characters played big huge stars, including Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, and many more.
Roku OS 8.1 update includes free live news, updated Roku Channel, multicast audio
Roku has announced that its next big update to the Roku OS, Roku OS 8.1, will be hitting your Roku streaming devices in the coming weeks, bringing with it a host of new features like free 24-hour news, updates to the Roku Channel, and multicast listening. ABC News Live is the main focus for the live news channels.
Don’t expect the Netflix ‘Witcher’ series for a few more years
Production is moving along on The Witcher Netflix series, based on a series of Polish novels that have already been turned into a game trilogy by CD Projekt Red. However, don't expect to watch the show, which will contain eight episodes, anytime soon, as its writer estimates it will release in 2020.
He-Man and the ‘Masters of the Universe’ have found their directors
The long-awaited reboot of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe has finally found its directors in the Nee Brothers.The live-action film is set for release by Sony Entertainment in 2019.
Netflix may buy movie theaters in hopes of scoring some Academy Awards
Most Netflix films get no respect in Hollywood, because they don't screen in theaters like other movies do. Now the streaming giant is considering purchasing a theater chain to showcase its films and generate some Oscar buzz.
Bye bye boomstick — ‘Ash vs. Evil Dead’ has been canceled by Starz
Bruce Campbell is finally putting down his chainsaw, as the series based on the Evil Dead movies has been canceled by Starz after three seasons. This may not be the last time we get so see Ash Williams in action, however.
Amazon is selling Star Wars and Marvel DVDs — but only to Prime members
The ongoing grudge match between Amazon and Disney continues to escalate, with the online retailer offering Blu-ray, DVD, and 4K Ultra HD copies of blockbuster Disney films only to Amazon Prime subscribers.
‘Deadpool 2’ director signs on to direct ‘The Division’ adaptation
The film adaptation of Ubisoft's The Division has a new director. Deadpool 2 director David Leitch will start work on the movie in 2019 after he finishes up with the Fast and Furious spinoff. Lietch joins a star-studded cast that includes Jake Gyllenhaal and Jessica Chastain.
An ‘NBA on TNT’ ad is triggering people’s HomePods and they are not pleased
You may not be the only one controlling your smart assistant -- savvy advertisers are in on the game, too. Per a new report from Apple Insider, there's an NBA on TNT ad that features the phrase, "Don't wanna miss out? Hey Siri show me the NBA schedule," which triggers the HomePod, much to many a user's chagrin.
‘Super Troopers 2’ review
Broken Lizard comedy troupe revisits 2001 cult classic Super Troopers with a sequel borne of an impressive crowdfunding campaign. Although the laughs aren't as plentiful or unexpected this time around, Super Troopers 2 still manages to channel the magic of the original in new ways.
Gaming is just the beginning. Here are 8 innovative ways VR is being used today
Ready Player One is introducing virtual reality to a whole new audience. Want to know how VR is being used in the world today? Here are 8 eight ways.
Reality hews too close to sci-fi dystopia for ‘Westworld’ star Jeffrey Wright
Leading up to the second season of HBO's hit sci-fi drama Westworld, Jeffrey Wright discusses what to expect from the new season, how he feels about online forums like Reddit, and rapidly blurring line between humans and technology. Season 2 of the HBO series premieres April 22.
‘Kingsman’ star Taron Egerton to portray Elton John in ‘Rocketman’ biopic
Back in September, Kingsman: The Golden Circle star Taron Egerton announced his casting as Elton John in an upcoming biopic, titled Rocketman. Today, Paramount officially greenlit the musical, which is set to begin production sometime this summer.
Exclusive: How ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ took IMAX further than ever before
Marvel Studios and IMAX take you behind the scenes of Avengers: Infinity War in an exclusive featurette that explains exactly why the studio decided to go all-in on IMAX for the production, and make Infinity War the first major studio release to be shot entirely in the popular large-screen format
Netflix reveals ‘GLOW’ premiere date with a glorious homage to the ’80s
Netflix is bringing back the Gorgeous Ladies of Women's Wrestling. GLOW season 2 premieres this summer, with stars Alison Brie, Betty Gilpin, Marc Maron, Sydelle Noel, and Britney Young.
Here is everything we know so far about ‘Westworld’ season 2
Westworld season 2 is scheduled to premiere April 22. Here's everything we know so far about the sci-fi show's return to HBO, from the new and returning cast to the questions the series might answer in the upcoming season. Consider it our way of helping you find the center of the maze.
Amazon and Best Buy shake hands and team up to sell smart TVs
Amazon and Best Buy are putting aside their rivalry for the time being, and instead teaming up in order to sell smart TVs powered by Amazon's own Fire TV operating system. In total, the duo will sell 11 models of these TVs beginning this summer. The hardware will be provided by Toshiba and Insignia.
Steven Spielberg to direct DC’s ‘Blackhawk,’ his first superhero movie
In today's box office, the only thing more reliable than a superhero movie is a Steven Spielberg movie. The two are set to become one, as Spielberg has decided to produce and direct a film based on the Blackhawk DC Comics character. Fans will have to wait, though, while he finishes up Indiana Jones 5.
‘Westworld’ creators to take their talents to Amazon for new sci-fi series
If you're a fan of HBO's hit series Westworld, hold onto your hats. Showrunners Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy just signed on with Amazon Studios to adapt William Gibson's acclaimed 2014 sci-fi/noir book The Peripheral into an original series. Novelist Scott B. Smith will write the screenplay.
125 million subscribers are paying to ‘Netflix and chill’ these days
Netflix viewers may like to chill, but Netflix itself is hot - it has just reached 125 million subscribers. The milestone was announced in the company's first quarterly earnings call of 2018, where the firm revealed it had added 7.4 million subscribers in the first quarter, a 50-percent increase over last year.
HBO bringing back award-winning comedy series ‘Silicon Valley’ for sixth season
HBO is bringing back its award-winning tech comedy series Silicon Valley for a sixth season. This follows the recent debut of the show's fifth season, which is already receiving positive reviews. The premium cable channel also announced a second season for the Bill Hader-led dark comedy series Barry.
Formula One streaming service will launch at the 2018 Spanish Grand Prix
The Formula One racing series is getting its own streaming video service, which will launch in May in time for the 2018 Spanish Grand Prix. F1 TV will first be available on desktop, followed by mobile access via iOS, Android, and Amazon Fire. Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, and Apple TV users will have access by summer.
Ewoks are on a rampage in the upcoming, limited-time ‘Battlefront II’ event
Heavily armed stoprmtroopers and fuzzy Ewoks battle through the forests of Endor in the upcoming limited-time event for Star Wars: Battlefront II. Also included in the update are microtransactions, which can be purchased to change the appearance of your character.
Excited for ‘Rampage’? You can play the arcade game online for free
To celebrate the theatrical release of Rampage, Warner Bros. created a site where you can play the arcade game for free in your browser. We tried it out on both desktop and mobile, and it's a stomping good time as always. The question is: Does this browser version have an ending?
Google Home partners with Netflix to launch ‘Lost in Space’ family game
Netflix is your one-stop shop for binge-watching all your favorite TV shows, old and new movies, and Netflix original series. Now, Google Home and Netflix have partnered together to create fun games that combine two of your favorite things. In the family-friendly game, users can talk directly to the five members of the Robinson family.
‘Unsolved’ producer worked to find 2Pac and Biggie’s humanity, not their killers
Anthony Hemingway, executive producer of 'Unsolved: The Murders of Tupac and the Notorious B.I.G," discusses how the show won't solve the rap stars' murders, but will provide closure in a different way. The series, about the legendary rappers who died young, is airing on the USA Network.
‘Rampage’ review
Rampage pits Dwayne Johnson against giant, mutated monsters who are bent on destroying Chicago while also trying to save a oversized albino gorilla who has an affinity for obscene gestures. Don't over-think it and you might wind up having a lot of fun with this big-screen spin on the classic arcade game.
‘Westworld’ Season 2 preview
HBO keeps the tension high and the mysteries deep in the first half of Westworld's second season, which brings back many of its most popular characters and takes a deeper dive into the world of its futuristic theme parks. Here's a spoiler-free preview of what to expect from season 2 of the hit series.
Catch up on ‘Westworld’ theories and dangling questions before season 2
Few TV shows have generated the kind of fanatical speculation that HBO's Westworld has. The show's sci-fi premise, literary allusions, and multiple timelines gave fans plenty to chew over, and with season 2 approaching, it's a good time to catch up on the most intriguing Westworld theories.
ESPN+, the stand-alone streaming sports app we’ve been waiting for, is here
ESPN's stand-alone streaming sports app ESPN+ launches on April 12 for $5 per month, but while the service might be great for die-hard sports fans, it doesn't offer a way to watching traditional ESPN programming without subscribing to cable or a similar service.
Netflix is in a war with the Cannes Film Festival
Last year, a controversial decree regarding theatrical distribution banned Netflix films from competition at Cannes Film Festival. Now, the ultra-popular streaming company is cutting ties with Cannes altogether, citing the festival's "archaic" distribution requirements.
Apple snags rights to TV series adaptation of Isaac Asimov’s sci-fi trilogy
Apple has snagged rights to a series based on the Foundation trilogy of science-fiction novels by the famed prolific author Isaac Asimov. The Foundation trilogy, as well as several sequels and prequels, served as a basis for some of the most popular sci-fi series and movies, including Star Wars.
The new Spotify + Hulu bundle could save you some green
Spotify and Hulu are offering a new bundled service, including a Spotify Premium subscription and Hulu’s Limited Commercials plan for just $13 per month.
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Jason is a writer, editor, and pop culture enthusiast whose love for cinema, television, and cheap comic books has led him to work in the entertainment industry. A proud graduate of both Whitman College (Adam West’s alma mater!) and Syracuse University, he has worked at Marvel Entertainment, DC Comics, Warner Bros., and Screen Rant. At Digital Trends, he covers all things film and television, from ranking Alfred Hitchcock’s best films to examining the everlasting neuroses of Larry David. When he’s not obsessing over the latest Marvel Studios trailer, you can find him either working or surfing the web looking for the perfect fudge brownie recipe.