Scott Stuber wasn’t out of the game for long, and he’s bringing back with him a venerated classic film brand. The former Netflix film chief is teaming with Amazon MGM Studios to relaunch the United Artists label and help produce movies for both theatrical and streaming.
Stuber left Netflix this spring, and under his new production company about to launch, he’ll already have a first-look, multiyear film deal with Amazon MGM Studios and will be involved in anything released by the new United Artists.
“With his proven track record of delivering global hits and an eye towards theatrical fare, Scott’s expertise and vision align perfectly with our film strategy,” said Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon MGM Studios. “We are so proud to welcome him to our lot and partner with him on the relaunch of the legendary UA brand, as we work to leverage existing and new IP into big,...
Stuber left Netflix this spring, and under his new production company about to launch, he’ll already have a first-look, multiyear film deal with Amazon MGM Studios and will be involved in anything released by the new United Artists.
“With his proven track record of delivering global hits and an eye towards theatrical fare, Scott’s expertise and vision align perfectly with our film strategy,” said Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon MGM Studios. “We are so proud to welcome him to our lot and partner with him on the relaunch of the legendary UA brand, as we work to leverage existing and new IP into big,...
- 7/26/2024
- by Brian Welk
- Indiewire
Exclusive: Higher Ground is stepping up its TV series efforts. President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama’s media company, which just re-upped its Netflix deal with a multiyear first-look film and TV agreement, has brought in Showtime’s Jessie Dicovitsky as Head of Television. This marks the first time Higher Ground has had a dedicated senior TV executive.
Dicovitsky is joining Higher Ground having just left her post as SVP of Original Programming for Showtime & Paramount+ last week after her most recent contract with the network came to an end. She is reuniting with former Showtime Documentary chief Vinnie Malhotra who is now President of Higher Ground Productions. Reporting to Malhotra, Dicovitsky will lead the company’s TV division, working to build out a comprehensive television production arm.
“While shepherding some of the most beloved shows on TV, Jessie has earned a remarkable reputation as a tasteful, trustworthy, and forward-thinking media executive,...
Dicovitsky is joining Higher Ground having just left her post as SVP of Original Programming for Showtime & Paramount+ last week after her most recent contract with the network came to an end. She is reuniting with former Showtime Documentary chief Vinnie Malhotra who is now President of Higher Ground Productions. Reporting to Malhotra, Dicovitsky will lead the company’s TV division, working to build out a comprehensive television production arm.
“While shepherding some of the most beloved shows on TV, Jessie has earned a remarkable reputation as a tasteful, trustworthy, and forward-thinking media executive,...
- 7/16/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Major Harlan Dean (Joe Bob Briggs-‘Shudder’s The Last Drive-In’ and ‘TNT’sMonsterVision’) is the host of the widely popular radio show “The TruthSerum”, a platform which he discusses all things weird, unknown, andsometimes scary. On tonight’s broadcast, Harlan tackles the topic ofCryptozoology to coincide with the annual Mothman Festivalin PointPleasant, West Virginia. However, with each caller, something more sinisterappears to be waiting in the shadows and this could end up being Harlan’svery last broadcast.
A must watch anthology jam packed with practical creature feature effects andstories that are reminiscent of 90s’ TV shows ‘Monsters’, ‘Tales from theCrypt’, and ‘Tales from the Darkside’. Featuring segments written and directedby the creators ofForce to Fear(Zane Hershberger and Robert Kuhn),TheDooms Chapel Horror(John William Holt),BoneJangles(Brett DeJager),TheCircus of the Dead(Billy Pon),Bong of the Living Dead(Max Groah) andTheBarn Part 1 & II(Justin M. Seaman).Produced by Silver Springs Films,...
A must watch anthology jam packed with practical creature feature effects andstories that are reminiscent of 90s’ TV shows ‘Monsters’, ‘Tales from theCrypt’, and ‘Tales from the Darkside’. Featuring segments written and directedby the creators ofForce to Fear(Zane Hershberger and Robert Kuhn),TheDooms Chapel Horror(John William Holt),BoneJangles(Brett DeJager),TheCircus of the Dead(Billy Pon),Bong of the Living Dead(Max Groah) andTheBarn Part 1 & II(Justin M. Seaman).Produced by Silver Springs Films,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Michael Joy
- Horror Asylum
Get ready for a revealing and powerful episode of “Secrets of Playboy” airing on Vice at 8:00 Pm on Tuesday, February 20th. In Season 1, Episode 5, titled “The Circus,” viewers will witness an intimate account from Hefner’s former number-one girlfriend, Sondra Theodore.
After decades of silence, Sondra bravely shares her story, shedding light on her experiences and the dark realities of her time with Hefner. She opens up about how she was groomed by him to participate in his increasingly abusive sex life, offering viewers a raw and unfiltered look into the inner workings of the Playboy empire.
As Sondra recounts her journey, viewers will be taken on an emotional rollercoaster, grappling with the complexities of power, manipulation, and abuse. Her courage in speaking out serves as a beacon of hope for survivors everywhere, inspiring conversations and sparking important discussions about consent, coercion, and accountability.
Don’t miss this eye-opening...
After decades of silence, Sondra bravely shares her story, shedding light on her experiences and the dark realities of her time with Hefner. She opens up about how she was groomed by him to participate in his increasingly abusive sex life, offering viewers a raw and unfiltered look into the inner workings of the Playboy empire.
As Sondra recounts her journey, viewers will be taken on an emotional rollercoaster, grappling with the complexities of power, manipulation, and abuse. Her courage in speaking out serves as a beacon of hope for survivors everywhere, inspiring conversations and sparking important discussions about consent, coercion, and accountability.
Don’t miss this eye-opening...
- 2/14/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
As of today, the traditionally protective Walt Disney Co will have to deal with an onslaught of Mickey Mouse parodies, mockeries and likely rather explicit variations as the iconic character slips into the public domain.
Sorta.
In the sober light of 2024, Steamboat Willie, the 1928 short that effectively launched the empire that Walt built, can now be used by anyone and everyone. The legal status of Mickey and Minnie Mouse from Steamboat Willie and Plane Crazy, from earlier that same year, has been long fought over and probably not something to which Disney was looking forward. Yet, in a new year that also sees Virginia Woolf’s groundbreaking Orlando, Peter Pan, Charlie Chaplin’s The Circus, Buster Keaton’s The Cameraman and Tigger from AA Milne’s The House at Pooh Corner now in the public domain, if you are anticipating a Steamboat Willie free-for-all, think again.
Besides Disney being notoriously litigious,...
Sorta.
In the sober light of 2024, Steamboat Willie, the 1928 short that effectively launched the empire that Walt built, can now be used by anyone and everyone. The legal status of Mickey and Minnie Mouse from Steamboat Willie and Plane Crazy, from earlier that same year, has been long fought over and probably not something to which Disney was looking forward. Yet, in a new year that also sees Virginia Woolf’s groundbreaking Orlando, Peter Pan, Charlie Chaplin’s The Circus, Buster Keaton’s The Cameraman and Tigger from AA Milne’s The House at Pooh Corner now in the public domain, if you are anticipating a Steamboat Willie free-for-all, think again.
Besides Disney being notoriously litigious,...
- 1/1/2024
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
Mickey Mouse, the iconic fi – oh, you don’t need a refresher on who Mickey Mouse is? Well, the Disney mascot is now officially in the public domain…under certain specifications. In short, you won’t be seeing him and Goofy slashing their way through Disney World anytime soon…
As U.S. copyright law says a work can enter the public domain 95 years after its publication, a form of Mickey Mouse will be made available for use by anyone. This chiefly concerns Steamboat Willie, which is generally considered the debut of Mickey Mouse, although Plane Crazy and The Gallopin’ Gaucho were both produced prior to the landmark short. As such, those films will also be in the public domain.
But the Mickey Mouse of Steamboat Willie is most definitely not the same as the Mickey Mouse we all identify. The 1928 version has more rat-like features, with an elongated nose, smaller...
As U.S. copyright law says a work can enter the public domain 95 years after its publication, a form of Mickey Mouse will be made available for use by anyone. This chiefly concerns Steamboat Willie, which is generally considered the debut of Mickey Mouse, although Plane Crazy and The Gallopin’ Gaucho were both produced prior to the landmark short. As such, those films will also be in the public domain.
But the Mickey Mouse of Steamboat Willie is most definitely not the same as the Mickey Mouse we all identify. The 1928 version has more rat-like features, with an elongated nose, smaller...
- 1/1/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Today, Jan. 1, isn’t just New Year’s Day — it’s also Public Domain Day, where thousands of cinematic treasures, literary classics, Great American Songbook selections, and works of art see their copyrights expire and enter the public domain.
The headliner this year is the fair use of Mickey Mouse — at least, the Steamboat Willie version of the beloved character — as that copyright expiration has been anticipated for years. However, there’s much more than just Mickey entering the public domain in 2024.
Jennifer Jenkins, Director of Duke’s Center for...
The headliner this year is the fair use of Mickey Mouse — at least, the Steamboat Willie version of the beloved character — as that copyright expiration has been anticipated for years. However, there’s much more than just Mickey entering the public domain in 2024.
Jennifer Jenkins, Director of Duke’s Center for...
- 1/1/2024
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Quentin Tarantino is an expert on what’s cool, and he thought one of Elvis Presley’s movies was incredibly cool. Notably, two iconic movie stars appeared onscreen with Elvis in the film. The tune also features the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s cover of a hit song.
Quentin Tarantino felt 1 Elvis Presley movie inspired the ’68 Comeback Special’
In his 2022 book Cinema Speculation, Tarantino discussed his love of films about carnivals. “While movies have had no problem depicting life with a traveling circus, carnival stories have been further and farther between,” he said.
“Growing up, my favorite carnival film was Elvis’ superior vehicle, Roustabout,” Tarantino continued. “In that era of ‘Elvis Presley movies’ it was a pretty entertaining little picture chock-full of cool elements, Elvis entering the movie on a motorcycle — dressed head to toe in black leather (in what looks like the same outfit he’ll later make...
Quentin Tarantino felt 1 Elvis Presley movie inspired the ’68 Comeback Special’
In his 2022 book Cinema Speculation, Tarantino discussed his love of films about carnivals. “While movies have had no problem depicting life with a traveling circus, carnival stories have been further and farther between,” he said.
“Growing up, my favorite carnival film was Elvis’ superior vehicle, Roustabout,” Tarantino continued. “In that era of ‘Elvis Presley movies’ it was a pretty entertaining little picture chock-full of cool elements, Elvis entering the movie on a motorcycle — dressed head to toe in black leather (in what looks like the same outfit he’ll later make...
- 12/16/2023
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Spoiler Alert: This article includes details of Sunday’s series finale of Showtime’s docuseries The Circus.
Showtime’s The Circus launched eight years ago with a title that suggested politics infused with a bit of crazy spectacle, but it ended tonight with anxiety, angst and even a sense of dread for what’s ahead.
The docuseries wrapped up after an eventful week: Donald Trump testifying in his civil trial, off-year elections that saw some unexpected Democratic wins and a Republican debate that may ultimately prove to be irrelevant.
But what stood out in the episode were a series of interviews from figures across the political spectrum, which has refracted quite a bit since The Circus debuted. The finale reflected the precarious state of politics, driven largely by the rise and endurance of Donald Trump and the reaction against him and his movement.
Steve Bannon, appearing in a contentious interview...
Showtime’s The Circus launched eight years ago with a title that suggested politics infused with a bit of crazy spectacle, but it ended tonight with anxiety, angst and even a sense of dread for what’s ahead.
The docuseries wrapped up after an eventful week: Donald Trump testifying in his civil trial, off-year elections that saw some unexpected Democratic wins and a Republican debate that may ultimately prove to be irrelevant.
But what stood out in the episode were a series of interviews from figures across the political spectrum, which has refracted quite a bit since The Circus debuted. The finale reflected the precarious state of politics, driven largely by the rise and endurance of Donald Trump and the reaction against him and his movement.
Steve Bannon, appearing in a contentious interview...
- 11/13/2023
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
“The Circus” is set to end its eight-season run on Showtime.
The political docuseries, which is hosted by correspondents John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri, will come to a close after its current season wraps up. Its final episode will premiere Sunday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. Et/Pt on Showtime, and will stream on Paramount+ for viewers with the Paramount+ Showtime plan.
First launched amid the 2016 presidential election, “The Circus” ran for 130 episodes as it broke down the ins and outs of each week’s chaotic political news, including Donald Trump’s turbulent presidency, the 2020 election and the subsequent Jan. 6 insurrection that followed, the Covid-19 pandemic and the international tensions occurring during Joe Biden’s presidency.
“When we started ‘The Circus’ in 2016, we thought it would be a one-and-done deal,” host and EP Heilemann told Politico, which first reported the news of the show’s end. “Eight seasons and 130 episodes later,...
The political docuseries, which is hosted by correspondents John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri, will come to a close after its current season wraps up. Its final episode will premiere Sunday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. Et/Pt on Showtime, and will stream on Paramount+ for viewers with the Paramount+ Showtime plan.
First launched amid the 2016 presidential election, “The Circus” ran for 130 episodes as it broke down the ins and outs of each week’s chaotic political news, including Donald Trump’s turbulent presidency, the 2020 election and the subsequent Jan. 6 insurrection that followed, the Covid-19 pandemic and the international tensions occurring during Joe Biden’s presidency.
“When we started ‘The Circus’ in 2016, we thought it would be a one-and-done deal,” host and EP Heilemann told Politico, which first reported the news of the show’s end. “Eight seasons and 130 episodes later,...
- 11/7/2023
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
The Circus, the Showtime docuseries that presented the chaotic world of politics in a weekly narrative, is ending its run after eight seasons and 130 episodes.
The show, with regular host correspondents are Mark McKinnon, John Heilemann and Jennifer Palmieri, will have its final episode on Sunday on Paramount+ with Showtime and Showtime linear.
Showtime decided not to renew the series amid changes at the premium network. One of the big champions of the show, David Nevins, departed last year.
The Circus is ending just on the cusp of the 2024 presidential cycle, in what might be a fight-to-the-finish rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, the latter of whom is likely to spend the better part of the year in court facing criminal charges.
The show’s hosts haven’t foreclosed the possibility of continuing on another platform, but they gave credit to Showtime for embracing the idea for The Circus and staying with it.
The show, with regular host correspondents are Mark McKinnon, John Heilemann and Jennifer Palmieri, will have its final episode on Sunday on Paramount+ with Showtime and Showtime linear.
Showtime decided not to renew the series amid changes at the premium network. One of the big champions of the show, David Nevins, departed last year.
The Circus is ending just on the cusp of the 2024 presidential cycle, in what might be a fight-to-the-finish rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, the latter of whom is likely to spend the better part of the year in court facing criminal charges.
The show’s hosts haven’t foreclosed the possibility of continuing on another platform, but they gave credit to Showtime for embracing the idea for The Circus and staying with it.
- 11/7/2023
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
On Sunday, November 12, 2023, at 8:00 Pm, Showtime will air the Season 8 Episode 12 of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.” This series provides an unvarnished and unadorned look at the world of presidential politics, offering a behind-the-scenes view of the stories that make the headlines.
In this episode, viewers will gain insight into the new era of presidential politics, with a focus on the key players and events unfolding in real time. The show maintains a neutral tone, devoid of subjective language, and provides a factual, straightforward examination of the political landscape.
For those interested in the intricacies of American politics, “The Circus” offers an informative and engaging exploration of the political arena. It delves into the intense, inspiring, and occasionally infuriating stories that shape the political landscape, allowing viewers to see the political world as it happens.
Release Date & Time: 8:00 Pm Sunday 12 November 2023 on Showtime
The...
In this episode, viewers will gain insight into the new era of presidential politics, with a focus on the key players and events unfolding in real time. The show maintains a neutral tone, devoid of subjective language, and provides a factual, straightforward examination of the political landscape.
For those interested in the intricacies of American politics, “The Circus” offers an informative and engaging exploration of the political arena. It delves into the intense, inspiring, and occasionally infuriating stories that shape the political landscape, allowing viewers to see the political world as it happens.
Release Date & Time: 8:00 Pm Sunday 12 November 2023 on Showtime
The...
- 11/5/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Saturday, November 11, 2023, at 7:35 Pm, Showcase is set to air Season 8, Episode 11 of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.” This show offers a revealing look into the world of presidential politics, uncovering the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating stories that lie behind the headlines.
“The Circus” provides viewers with a unique opportunity to witness key political characters and events in real time as they unfold. It’s a front-row seat to the drama and excitement of American politics, offering a glimpse into the inner workings of the political machine.
Tune in on Saturday evening to Showcase for “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.” It’s a straightforward and informative series that helps demystify the world of presidential politics, making it accessible even to a 10-year-old.
Release Date & Time: 7:35 Pm Saturday 11 November 2023 on Showcase
The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth...
“The Circus” provides viewers with a unique opportunity to witness key political characters and events in real time as they unfold. It’s a front-row seat to the drama and excitement of American politics, offering a glimpse into the inner workings of the political machine.
Tune in on Saturday evening to Showcase for “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.” It’s a straightforward and informative series that helps demystify the world of presidential politics, making it accessible even to a 10-year-old.
Release Date & Time: 7:35 Pm Saturday 11 November 2023 on Showcase
The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth...
- 11/4/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Sunday, November 5, 2023, at 8:00 Pm, Showtime will air Season 8, Episode 11 of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.” This show offers a revealing look at presidential politics in a new era.
Viewers can expect to see the intense, inspiring, and sometimes frustrating stories behind the political headlines. The program presents key characters and events in real-time as they unfold.
“The Circus” is a series that takes an inside look at the world of American politics, offering insights into the people and events shaping the political landscape. In this episode, “Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth – 811,” viewers will gain a better understanding of the current political scene.
If you’re interested in politics and want to stay informed about what’s happening in the world of presidential politics, “The Circus” provides a unique perspective. Tune in to Showtime on Sunday evening to watch Episode 11 and get a...
Viewers can expect to see the intense, inspiring, and sometimes frustrating stories behind the political headlines. The program presents key characters and events in real-time as they unfold.
“The Circus” is a series that takes an inside look at the world of American politics, offering insights into the people and events shaping the political landscape. In this episode, “Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth – 811,” viewers will gain a better understanding of the current political scene.
If you’re interested in politics and want to stay informed about what’s happening in the world of presidential politics, “The Circus” provides a unique perspective. Tune in to Showtime on Sunday evening to watch Episode 11 and get a...
- 10/29/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
In the upcoming episode of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth,” viewers can expect an insightful and unfiltered look at the new era of presidential politics. This episode is set to air on Thursday, November 2, 2023, at 7:30 Pm on Showcase.
The show offers a unique perspective on the world of politics, taking viewers behind the scenes to reveal the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating stories that often go unseen behind the headlines. It’s a real-time exploration of key characters and events as they unfold, giving the audience an up-close and personal look at the ever-changing landscape of American politics.
For those interested in understanding the inner workings of the political machine and staying informed about the latest developments, “The Circus” provides a valuable and perspective. Don’t miss this opportunity to dive into the heart of presidential politics and gain a deeper understanding of the stories shaping the nation.
The show offers a unique perspective on the world of politics, taking viewers behind the scenes to reveal the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating stories that often go unseen behind the headlines. It’s a real-time exploration of key characters and events as they unfold, giving the audience an up-close and personal look at the ever-changing landscape of American politics.
For those interested in understanding the inner workings of the political machine and staying informed about the latest developments, “The Circus” provides a valuable and perspective. Don’t miss this opportunity to dive into the heart of presidential politics and gain a deeper understanding of the stories shaping the nation.
- 10/27/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Sunday, October 29, 2023, at 7:00 Pm on Showtime, “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth” continues with Season 8, Episode 10. This political documentary series takes viewers behind the scenes of presidential politics, offering a revealing look at the stories that shape the headlines.
The show presents key characters and events in real-time as they happen, providing an in-depth view of the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating world of presidential politics.
If you’re interested in how politics work and want to see the people and events that make the news, this series offers a unique perspective. Tune in at 7:00 Pm on Sunday to watch “The Circus” on Showtime. It’s all about the real stories behind the political scenes.
Release Date & Time: 7:00 Pm Sunday 29 October 2023 on Showtime
The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth Cast – Season 8 Episode 10 Main Cast Mark Halperin
John Heilemann
Mark McKinnon...
The show presents key characters and events in real-time as they happen, providing an in-depth view of the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating world of presidential politics.
If you’re interested in how politics work and want to see the people and events that make the news, this series offers a unique perspective. Tune in at 7:00 Pm on Sunday to watch “The Circus” on Showtime. It’s all about the real stories behind the political scenes.
Release Date & Time: 7:00 Pm Sunday 29 October 2023 on Showtime
The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth Cast – Season 8 Episode 10 Main Cast Mark Halperin
John Heilemann
Mark McKinnon...
- 10/22/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Sunday, October 22, 2023, at 7:00 Pm on Showtime, “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth” Season 8, Episode 9, is set to air. This show offers a revealing look at the world of presidential politics in the modern era.
“The Circus” takes viewers behind the scenes of presidential politics, showing the intense, inspiring, and sometimes frustrating stories that are often hidden behind the headlines. The program presents key political figures and events as they happen in real time.
For those interested in politics and the inner workings of presidential campaigns, “The Circus” provides a view. It’s an opportunity to see the political process unfold, witness the strategies and decisions of key players, and gain a deeper understanding of the political landscape.
This episode promises to offer an engaging and educational perspective on the world of politics, suitable for viewers of all ages. If you’re curious about the complexities of presidential politics,...
“The Circus” takes viewers behind the scenes of presidential politics, showing the intense, inspiring, and sometimes frustrating stories that are often hidden behind the headlines. The program presents key political figures and events as they happen in real time.
For those interested in politics and the inner workings of presidential campaigns, “The Circus” provides a view. It’s an opportunity to see the political process unfold, witness the strategies and decisions of key players, and gain a deeper understanding of the political landscape.
This episode promises to offer an engaging and educational perspective on the world of politics, suitable for viewers of all ages. If you’re curious about the complexities of presidential politics,...
- 10/15/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
On Sunday, October 15, 2023, at 7:00 Pm, Showtime will air the Season 8 Episode 8 of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.” This documentary-style series provides an insightful look into the world of presidential politics, offering viewers a glimpse behind the headlines and into the heart of the action.
The show captures the stories of key political figures and significant events as they unfold in real time. It sheds light on the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating moments that shape the political landscape during this new era of presidential politics.
For those interested in the inner workings of American politics and the individuals who drive the political discourse, “The Circus” provides an unfiltered view of the political arena. It’s an opportunity to stay informed about the latest developments and gain a deeper understanding of the political world.
Tune in to Showtime at 7:00 Pm on October 15, 2023, to watch this...
The show captures the stories of key political figures and significant events as they unfold in real time. It sheds light on the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating moments that shape the political landscape during this new era of presidential politics.
For those interested in the inner workings of American politics and the individuals who drive the political discourse, “The Circus” provides an unfiltered view of the political arena. It’s an opportunity to stay informed about the latest developments and gain a deeper understanding of the political world.
Tune in to Showtime at 7:00 Pm on October 15, 2023, to watch this...
- 10/8/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
This Thursday, on October 12, 2023, at 7:30 Pm on Showcase, viewers can catch the latest episode of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth.” This documentary-style series offers an inside look into the world of presidential politics, showcasing the real-time stories, key figures, and events that shape the headlines.
In this episode, audiences can expect a revealing glimpse into the new era of presidential politics. The show takes viewers behind the scenes, presenting the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating stories that often go unnoticed in the fast-paced world of politics.
With a focus on presenting facts in a neutral tone, “The Circus” provides a unique perspective on the political landscape, presenting key characters and events as they happen. It offers viewers an opportunity to stay informed and gain a deeper understanding of the political processes that shape our world.
Don’t miss this informative and insightful episode of “The Circus...
In this episode, audiences can expect a revealing glimpse into the new era of presidential politics. The show takes viewers behind the scenes, presenting the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating stories that often go unnoticed in the fast-paced world of politics.
With a focus on presenting facts in a neutral tone, “The Circus” provides a unique perspective on the political landscape, presenting key characters and events as they happen. It offers viewers an opportunity to stay informed and gain a deeper understanding of the political processes that shape our world.
Don’t miss this informative and insightful episode of “The Circus...
- 10/5/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Apple TV+ has released the trailer for ‘Messi Meets America,’ the highly anticipated six-part documentary.
Featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes access to Lionel Messi, the greatest-of-all-time in a sport that commands the devotion of five billion fans around the world, as he makes his debut in Leagues Cup and Major League Soccer.
After over twenty unforgettable and record-breaking years of excellence between Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, and winning the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 with the Argentina national football team, Leo Messi made a landmark decision that forever changed the face of soccer in North America by joining Major League Soccer and Inter Miami Cf.
Now, with unprecedented access to Messi and his new Inter Miami Cf family, the docu-series takes viewers behind-the-scenes as the greatest player to ever step on the pitch leads his new team to a Leagues Cup title and beyond. From selling out record crowds across America at breakneck speed,...
Featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes access to Lionel Messi, the greatest-of-all-time in a sport that commands the devotion of five billion fans around the world, as he makes his debut in Leagues Cup and Major League Soccer.
After over twenty unforgettable and record-breaking years of excellence between Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, and winning the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 with the Argentina national football team, Leo Messi made a landmark decision that forever changed the face of soccer in North America by joining Major League Soccer and Inter Miami Cf.
Now, with unprecedented access to Messi and his new Inter Miami Cf family, the docu-series takes viewers behind-the-scenes as the greatest player to ever step on the pitch leads his new team to a Leagues Cup title and beyond. From selling out record crowds across America at breakneck speed,...
- 10/2/2023
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
On Sunday, October 8, 2023, at 7:00 Pm, Showtime brings back “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth” with its Season 8, Episode 7.
This show takes a deep dive into the world of presidential politics, offering an inside look at the latest developments and stories that shape our nation’s political landscape. “The Circus” presents key characters and events in real-time, allowing viewers to witness the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating stories behind the headlines.
For those curious about how presidential politics work and want to stay informed about the latest political happenings, “The Circus” is an engaging and informative series to follow. It offers a unique perspective on the ever-evolving world of American politics.
Tune in to Showtime at 7:00 Pm to catch the latest episode of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth” and stay up-to-date with the political scene.
Release Date & Time: 7:00 Pm Sunday 8 October...
This show takes a deep dive into the world of presidential politics, offering an inside look at the latest developments and stories that shape our nation’s political landscape. “The Circus” presents key characters and events in real-time, allowing viewers to witness the intense, inspiring, and sometimes infuriating stories behind the headlines.
For those curious about how presidential politics work and want to stay informed about the latest political happenings, “The Circus” is an engaging and informative series to follow. It offers a unique perspective on the ever-evolving world of American politics.
Tune in to Showtime at 7:00 Pm to catch the latest episode of “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth” and stay up-to-date with the political scene.
Release Date & Time: 7:00 Pm Sunday 8 October...
- 10/1/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
The 44th Annual News and Documentary Emmy winners were announced at a pair of ceremonies on September 27 and September 28, with Lifetime Achievement Awards bestowed on CNN anchor Wolf Blitzer and filmmaker Barbara Kopple. Scroll down for the complete list of winners.
National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Chairman Terry O’Reilly said in a statement about the September 27 news winners, “This year’s News Emmy honorees are a testament to the health and vitality of the broadcast journalism profession. Tonight’s winning reports shine a light on events of critical importance to a global audience while adhering to the highest standards of the craft of journalism. There has never been a time when the need for fact-based, objective journalism is more pressing, and we congratulate tonight’s winners for their achievement.”
NATAS CEO and President Adam Sharp added about the September 28 documentary winners, “Tonight’s documentary Emmy winners are to...
National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Chairman Terry O’Reilly said in a statement about the September 27 news winners, “This year’s News Emmy honorees are a testament to the health and vitality of the broadcast journalism profession. Tonight’s winning reports shine a light on events of critical importance to a global audience while adhering to the highest standards of the craft of journalism. There has never been a time when the need for fact-based, objective journalism is more pressing, and we congratulate tonight’s winners for their achievement.”
NATAS CEO and President Adam Sharp added about the September 28 documentary winners, “Tonight’s documentary Emmy winners are to...
- 9/29/2023
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
CNN and Vice were among the top winners at the 44th annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards on Wednesday, with the former earning 10 Emmys and the latter picking up nine.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) presented the News category winners during a live ceremony at the Palladium Times Square in New York City and streamed live on NATAS’ viewing platform powered by Vimeo, the first of a two-night fete. The Documentary category winners will be announced in a second ceremony held at the Palladium on Thursday.
Scheduled presenters at the Wednesday night News ceremony included The New York Times‘ Yousur Al-Hlou, NBC News’ Ellison Barber, CNN Washington bureau chief Sam Feist, CBS Evening News‘ Norah O’Donnell, ABC News’ John Quiñones, Telemundo’s Johana Suarez, Univision’s Pedro Ultreras and CNN chief international correspondent Clarissa Ward.
Longtime CNN anchor Wolf Blitzer was the previously announced recipient of the...
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) presented the News category winners during a live ceremony at the Palladium Times Square in New York City and streamed live on NATAS’ viewing platform powered by Vimeo, the first of a two-night fete. The Documentary category winners will be announced in a second ceremony held at the Palladium on Thursday.
Scheduled presenters at the Wednesday night News ceremony included The New York Times‘ Yousur Al-Hlou, NBC News’ Ellison Barber, CNN Washington bureau chief Sam Feist, CBS Evening News‘ Norah O’Donnell, ABC News’ John Quiñones, Telemundo’s Johana Suarez, Univision’s Pedro Ultreras and CNN chief international correspondent Clarissa Ward.
Longtime CNN anchor Wolf Blitzer was the previously announced recipient of the...
- 9/28/2023
- by Tyler Coates
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The 44th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards completed the second of two nights of awards with its doc prizes — awarding the outstanding documentary Emmy to HBO Max’s “The Janes.” The film also received the award for outstanding documentary direction and social issue documentary, among other categories.
Amazon Prime Video’s “Good Night Oppy” won for outstanding documentary writing. And Nat Geo’s “Retrograde” won several Emmys, including for cinematography, editing and current affairs documentary.
The kudos kicked off the first of two nights on Wednesday in New York, with CNN, Vice and the New York Times as among the big winners. CNN led the news portion of the Emmys, with ten wins — followed closely by Vice, with nine, and then the Nyt with five.
Vice’s wins were bittersweet: Eight of them were for the now-canceled groundbreaking program “Vice News Tonight.”
CBS’ “Sunday Morning” won for recorded news program,...
Amazon Prime Video’s “Good Night Oppy” won for outstanding documentary writing. And Nat Geo’s “Retrograde” won several Emmys, including for cinematography, editing and current affairs documentary.
The kudos kicked off the first of two nights on Wednesday in New York, with CNN, Vice and the New York Times as among the big winners. CNN led the news portion of the Emmys, with ten wins — followed closely by Vice, with nine, and then the Nyt with five.
Vice’s wins were bittersweet: Eight of them were for the now-canceled groundbreaking program “Vice News Tonight.”
CBS’ “Sunday Morning” won for recorded news program,...
- 9/28/2023
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Another acquisition has been pulled from The CW’s schedule.
The network has removed Bump, an Australian dramedy about a pregnant 17-year-old, from its Monday lineup, replacing it with repeats of Whose Line Is It Anyway? at 9:30 pm, TVLine has confirmed. Remaining episodes of the show, which was in the middle of airing its second season, will be made available on the CW app and Cwtv.com.
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The network has removed Bump, an Australian dramedy about a pregnant 17-year-old, from its Monday lineup, replacing it with repeats of Whose Line Is It Anyway? at 9:30 pm, TVLine has confirmed. Remaining episodes of the show, which was in the middle of airing its second season, will be made available on the CW app and Cwtv.com.
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- 9/6/2023
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
The docuseries The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show On Earth will return for its eighth season next month on Paramount+ with Showtime.
The show, hosted by John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri, will premiere at 7 p.m. Et/Pt on Oct. 8 for a six-episode run. It’ll focus on the 2024 presidential race, including following President Joe Biden’s reelection campaign as it kicks into high gear. It also will spotlight former President Donald Trump’s effort to return to the White House amid criminal indictments, while his challengers seek “to dethrone him as the party’s standard bearer, all while the future of American democracy hangs in the balance,” per Showtime.
The Circus launched in 2016 as the presidential election that year was in full swing. It recently was nominated for an Emmy for outstanding recorded news program. The show is produced by Left/Right for Showtime, with Heilemann, McKinnon,...
The show, hosted by John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri, will premiere at 7 p.m. Et/Pt on Oct. 8 for a six-episode run. It’ll focus on the 2024 presidential race, including following President Joe Biden’s reelection campaign as it kicks into high gear. It also will spotlight former President Donald Trump’s effort to return to the White House amid criminal indictments, while his challengers seek “to dethrone him as the party’s standard bearer, all while the future of American democracy hangs in the balance,” per Showtime.
The Circus launched in 2016 as the presidential election that year was in full swing. It recently was nominated for an Emmy for outstanding recorded news program. The show is produced by Left/Right for Showtime, with Heilemann, McKinnon,...
- 9/6/2023
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
The 44th Annual News and Documentary Emmy nominations were announced on Thursday, July 27, with winners set to be announced at a pair of ceremonies taking place on September 27 and September 28. Scroll down for the complete list of contenders, led by CNN with 45 nominations, Vice News with 30, ABC with 26, and PBS with 26.
“The News & Documentary Emmy Awards honor the work of dedicated professionals working at the highest level of the broadcast journalism and documentary filmmaking professions,” said Adam Sharp, President and CEO of NATAS in a statement. “They pay tribute to the journalists who bring us up-to-the-minute reporting on the critical stories of our time, and the documentary storytellers who explore important social, cultural, and political issues in great depth. NATAS is proud to celebrate the work of this year’s nominees.”
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“The News & Documentary Emmy Awards honor the work of dedicated professionals working at the highest level of the broadcast journalism and documentary filmmaking professions,” said Adam Sharp, President and CEO of NATAS in a statement. “They pay tribute to the journalists who bring us up-to-the-minute reporting on the critical stories of our time, and the documentary storytellers who explore important social, cultural, and political issues in great depth. NATAS is proud to celebrate the work of this year’s nominees.”
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- 7/27/2023
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
CNN leads this year’s News & Documentary Emmy nominations, with 45 overall — including seven for “Anderson Cooper 360.” Meanwhile, “Vice News Tonight,” which was canceled this spring, landed 28 nominations — helping Vice News score a total of 30, good enough for second place among outlets.
Among broadcasters, ABC and PBS were tops at 26 nominations each.
“The News & Documentary Emmy Awards honor the work of dedicated professionals working at the highest level of the broadcast journalism and documentary filmmaking professions,” said Adam Sharp, President and CEO, NATAS. “They pay tribute to the journalists who bring us up-to-the-minute reporting on the critical stories of our time, and the documentary storytellers who explore important social, cultural, and political issues in great depth. NATAS is proud to celebrate the work of this year’s nominees.”
The 44th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards received more than 2300 submissions from the calendar year of 2022, and nominations were judged by a pool...
Among broadcasters, ABC and PBS were tops at 26 nominations each.
“The News & Documentary Emmy Awards honor the work of dedicated professionals working at the highest level of the broadcast journalism and documentary filmmaking professions,” said Adam Sharp, President and CEO, NATAS. “They pay tribute to the journalists who bring us up-to-the-minute reporting on the critical stories of our time, and the documentary storytellers who explore important social, cultural, and political issues in great depth. NATAS is proud to celebrate the work of this year’s nominees.”
The 44th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards received more than 2300 submissions from the calendar year of 2022, and nominations were judged by a pool...
- 7/27/2023
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
Six months after stepping down as chairman and CEO of Paramount Premium Group and chief creative officer of Paramount+ Scripted Series at the end of last year, David Nevins has been named CEO of The North Road Company.
Peter Chernin, who launched the global content studio in July 2022, announced on Thursday that Nevins will, effective immediately, oversee the studio’s expanding portfolio as Chernin continues in his role as executive chairman. Nevins will work closely with North Road’s executive team including Jenno Topping, Jan Frouman, Chris Coelen, Connor Schell and Darian Singer.
“Under any measurement as a creative company, with multiple genres and multiple territories with multiple partners, David is one of the highest-quality executives,” Chernin told TheWrap of the hire. “I’m thrilled that he decided to leave Showtime and Paramount and join up with North Road.”
Since launching just under a year ago, North Road has purchased Karga Seven Pictures,...
Peter Chernin, who launched the global content studio in July 2022, announced on Thursday that Nevins will, effective immediately, oversee the studio’s expanding portfolio as Chernin continues in his role as executive chairman. Nevins will work closely with North Road’s executive team including Jenno Topping, Jan Frouman, Chris Coelen, Connor Schell and Darian Singer.
“Under any measurement as a creative company, with multiple genres and multiple territories with multiple partners, David is one of the highest-quality executives,” Chernin told TheWrap of the hire. “I’m thrilled that he decided to leave Showtime and Paramount and join up with North Road.”
Since launching just under a year ago, North Road has purchased Karga Seven Pictures,...
- 7/6/2023
- by Scott Mendelson
- The Wrap
Paramount Global vet David Nevins has been named CEO of Peter Chernin’s global content house The North Road Company, just as the company celebrates its first year of business.
Formerly chairman and CEO of Paramount Premium Group and chief creative officer of Paramount+ scripted series, Nevins will oversee North Road’s portfolio of brands, including scripted film and TV studio Chernin Entertainment, unscripted house Kinetic Content, nonfiction studio Words + Pictures, and a London-based international division.
Chernin will continue to act as executive chairman of North Road, while Nevins works closely with an exec leadership team that includes Jenno Topping, Jan Frouman, Chris Coelen, Connor Schell and Darian Singer.
Launched in July 2022 off the success of Chernin’s flagship production house and the acquisition of Red Arrow Studios, Chernin Entertainment, North Road recently acquired Turkey-based film and TV company Karga Seven Pictures and took a stake in Peyton Manning’s sports content-focused Omaha Productions.
Formerly chairman and CEO of Paramount Premium Group and chief creative officer of Paramount+ scripted series, Nevins will oversee North Road’s portfolio of brands, including scripted film and TV studio Chernin Entertainment, unscripted house Kinetic Content, nonfiction studio Words + Pictures, and a London-based international division.
Chernin will continue to act as executive chairman of North Road, while Nevins works closely with an exec leadership team that includes Jenno Topping, Jan Frouman, Chris Coelen, Connor Schell and Darian Singer.
Launched in July 2022 off the success of Chernin’s flagship production house and the acquisition of Red Arrow Studios, Chernin Entertainment, North Road recently acquired Turkey-based film and TV company Karga Seven Pictures and took a stake in Peyton Manning’s sports content-focused Omaha Productions.
- 7/6/2023
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
Malaysian Mission
Hong Kong icon Johnnie To will head the jury of the sixth edition of the Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest) next month. Other jurors include: Truong Ngoc Anh from Vietnam, Ryuichi Hiroki from Japan, Zizan Razak from Malaysia, and Eric Khoo from Singapore.
The event will open with the world premiere of “Eraser,” directed by Mark Lee See Teck. The Malaysian film features the final on-screen appearance of the late Adibah Noor, a beloved Malaysian gem known for her timeless charisma. MIFFest will play “See You at the Rally,” directed by Taiwanese filmmaker Kanny Chang as its closing title. The festival is set to take place at Lalaport Bbcc from July 23-29 and will play a total of 42 films from 15 countries.
The festival is building its impact through a series of collaborations with other events. It will screen a selection of genre titles from this month’s Bucheon...
Hong Kong icon Johnnie To will head the jury of the sixth edition of the Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest) next month. Other jurors include: Truong Ngoc Anh from Vietnam, Ryuichi Hiroki from Japan, Zizan Razak from Malaysia, and Eric Khoo from Singapore.
The event will open with the world premiere of “Eraser,” directed by Mark Lee See Teck. The Malaysian film features the final on-screen appearance of the late Adibah Noor, a beloved Malaysian gem known for her timeless charisma. MIFFest will play “See You at the Rally,” directed by Taiwanese filmmaker Kanny Chang as its closing title. The festival is set to take place at Lalaport Bbcc from July 23-29 and will play a total of 42 films from 15 countries.
The festival is building its impact through a series of collaborations with other events. It will screen a selection of genre titles from this month’s Bucheon...
- 6/15/2023
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: NBCUniversal’s Bravo New Zealand has ordered a reality show set in the country’s top ski resort, while streamer Hayu has picked up Season 4 of The Circus.
Snow Crew shot at the Cornet Peak and The Remarkables resorts following a young, charismatic crew across the winter 2022 season.
The action follows the crew as they welcome a new season of guests and manage thousands of people on the mountains each day. According to the synopsis, “It’s work hard and play harder for the crew, juggling with the highs and lows of life on the slopes, where the weather can change on a dime, and you can expect the unexpected.” The crew hail from New Zealand, Australia, Canada and the UK, and work under boss Nigel.
The series comes from Wonder Street and Stripe Studios, the pair that makes Bravo New Zealand unscripted show The Circus, which is now...
Snow Crew shot at the Cornet Peak and The Remarkables resorts following a young, charismatic crew across the winter 2022 season.
The action follows the crew as they welcome a new season of guests and manage thousands of people on the mountains each day. According to the synopsis, “It’s work hard and play harder for the crew, juggling with the highs and lows of life on the slopes, where the weather can change on a dime, and you can expect the unexpected.” The crew hail from New Zealand, Australia, Canada and the UK, and work under boss Nigel.
The series comes from Wonder Street and Stripe Studios, the pair that makes Bravo New Zealand unscripted show The Circus, which is now...
- 5/3/2023
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Julia Louis-Dreyfus has revealed she had a miscarriage in her 20s, an experience that was made more difficult after she developed an infection.
The Seinfeld and Veep star opens up about her pregnancy loss in the latest episode of her Lemonada podcast Wiser Than Me. The podcast, which focuses on conversations with older female creatives, has featured discussions with Jane Fonda, Isabel Allende and Fran Lebowitz.
The latest episode is a larger conversation with the 75-year-old food writer, magazine editor and author Ruth Reichl, behind the infamous New York Times review of Le Cirque and a controversial David Foster Wallace article in Gourmet. During their hour-long conversation, Reichl opens up about living with a mother who had bipolar disorder and how she processed grief through food.
Louis-Dreyfus opens the episode detailing her miscarriage and how her mother’s cooking ultimately helped heal her.
“When I was about 28, I got pregnant...
The Seinfeld and Veep star opens up about her pregnancy loss in the latest episode of her Lemonada podcast Wiser Than Me. The podcast, which focuses on conversations with older female creatives, has featured discussions with Jane Fonda, Isabel Allende and Fran Lebowitz.
The latest episode is a larger conversation with the 75-year-old food writer, magazine editor and author Ruth Reichl, behind the infamous New York Times review of Le Cirque and a controversial David Foster Wallace article in Gourmet. During their hour-long conversation, Reichl opens up about living with a mother who had bipolar disorder and how she processed grief through food.
Louis-Dreyfus opens the episode detailing her miscarriage and how her mother’s cooking ultimately helped heal her.
“When I was about 28, I got pregnant...
- 4/26/2023
- by Abbey White
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Vinnie Malhotra, who previously headed up documentaries at Showtime, is joining President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground.
Malhotra becomes President of Higher Ground Productions, the company behind Crip Camp and Descendant.
It comes two months after Malhotra, who was EVP, Nonfiction Programming at Showtime, left the company amid a major restructure under Nina Diaz after it merged with MTV Entertainment Studios and became Paramount+ with Showtime.
Malhotra will report to President and Mrs. Obama and will lead the company’s film and TV division.
As part of the move, Tonia Davis, who was head of film and TV at the company, has been named Head of Motion Pictures and will oversee the company’s film development and production, including Netflix’s upcoming Rustin and Leave The World Behind.
Malhotra was widely considered one of the top documentary execs in the business, having joined Showtime in 2015. He...
Malhotra becomes President of Higher Ground Productions, the company behind Crip Camp and Descendant.
It comes two months after Malhotra, who was EVP, Nonfiction Programming at Showtime, left the company amid a major restructure under Nina Diaz after it merged with MTV Entertainment Studios and became Paramount+ with Showtime.
Malhotra will report to President and Mrs. Obama and will lead the company’s film and TV division.
As part of the move, Tonia Davis, who was head of film and TV at the company, has been named Head of Motion Pictures and will oversee the company’s film development and production, including Netflix’s upcoming Rustin and Leave The World Behind.
Malhotra was widely considered one of the top documentary execs in the business, having joined Showtime in 2015. He...
- 4/25/2023
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Six months into her gig as host of her own MSNBC show, amid an “absolutely bonkers” news cycle that shows “no signs of letting up,” Alex Wagner says viewers are “getting used” to her after Rachel Maddow passed her the Tuesday through Friday baton and stuck to just Mondays.
“They’re coming to get to know me,” the “Alex Wagner Tonight” host told TheWrap, adding that some viewers knew her from her first iteration as a daytime MSNBC host on “Now With Alex Wagner.” “It’s a lot to ask someone to tune in and spend an hour with a stranger on four nights of the week, and I’ve been really so heartened and enthused by the reaction I’ve gotten from people who didn’t know [me] before.”
While Wagner’s debut had the somewhat daunting task of taking over the bulk of Maddow’s time slot, Wagner has...
“They’re coming to get to know me,” the “Alex Wagner Tonight” host told TheWrap, adding that some viewers knew her from her first iteration as a daytime MSNBC host on “Now With Alex Wagner.” “It’s a lot to ask someone to tune in and spend an hour with a stranger on four nights of the week, and I’ve been really so heartened and enthused by the reaction I’ve gotten from people who didn’t know [me] before.”
While Wagner’s debut had the somewhat daunting task of taking over the bulk of Maddow’s time slot, Wagner has...
- 3/24/2023
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
Russell Brand and Sen. Bernie Sanders are mad as hell, and they don’t want you to take it anymore. That sums up Friday’s Real Time with Bill Maher, as the actor/comedian and the politician railed against the machine and said the system has to be changed to give a voice to the working class.
Maher, for once, largely let them have at it. He took issue with a few things Brand said, and questioned what Sanders is proposing. But neither he nor panel guest John Heilemann from Showtime’s “The Circus” could mount a strong attack on the fire hose of information both guests were spewing.
Sanders is out promoting his new book, It’s Ok to be Angry About Capitalism. He said that we need “the right mix” in our economic system, since we “have more income inequality in wealth than we’ve ever had.” That...
Maher, for once, largely let them have at it. He took issue with a few things Brand said, and questioned what Sanders is proposing. But neither he nor panel guest John Heilemann from Showtime’s “The Circus” could mount a strong attack on the fire hose of information both guests were spewing.
Sanders is out promoting his new book, It’s Ok to be Angry About Capitalism. He said that we need “the right mix” in our economic system, since we “have more income inequality in wealth than we’ve ever had.” That...
- 3/4/2023
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
With the Academy Awards just a month away, it’s the perfect time to look at fun facts, trivia and tidbits for both this year and historically.
John Williams, who just turned 91, reaped his 53rd Oscar nomination for scoring Steven Spielberg’s movie memoir “The Fabelmans.” Three of his five Oscar wins are for Spielberg films. His first Oscar nomination was for Best Music for 1967’s “Valley of the Dolls” and his first win was for Best Music (scoring adaptation and original song score) for 1971’s “Fiddler on the Roof.” And what was the first film he scored? The long-forgotten 1958 Aip release 1958 “Daddy-o.”
In terms of nominations, Williams is second only to Walt Disney. During his 40-plus year film career, he received 26 Oscar — 22 of those were competitive — and a staggering 59 bids. At the 5th Oscars, he won an honorary Oscar for creating Mickey Mouse, while winning the Academy Award for...
John Williams, who just turned 91, reaped his 53rd Oscar nomination for scoring Steven Spielberg’s movie memoir “The Fabelmans.” Three of his five Oscar wins are for Spielberg films. His first Oscar nomination was for Best Music for 1967’s “Valley of the Dolls” and his first win was for Best Music (scoring adaptation and original song score) for 1971’s “Fiddler on the Roof.” And what was the first film he scored? The long-forgotten 1958 Aip release 1958 “Daddy-o.”
In terms of nominations, Williams is second only to Walt Disney. During his 40-plus year film career, he received 26 Oscar — 22 of those were competitive — and a staggering 59 bids. At the 5th Oscars, he won an honorary Oscar for creating Mickey Mouse, while winning the Academy Award for...
- 2/15/2023
- by Susan King
- Gold Derby
Showtime is shaking up its executive ranks, with Gary Levine taking on the role of senior creative advisor for the premium network and Jana Winograde departing, studio boss Chris McCarthy announced today. Both formerly co-presidents of entertainment at Showtime, the news comes amid the company’s eventual rebranding and integration with Paramount+ later this year.
As co-presidents, both Levine and Winograde were responsible for developing and supervising all aspects of Showtime Networks programming across all genres, including comedy, drama, unscripted, documentaries and films. The latter exec was also in charge of the company’s production, program operations, business affairs, casting, scheduling, research and home entertainment, operating as liaison to ViacomCBS Global Distribution. She worked closely on all programming related matters with the network’s marketing, creative, digital media, acquisitions and entertainment communications departments.
Given Showtime’s integration with Paramount+, McCarthy noted that many of the functions Winograde currently oversees — including business affairs,...
As co-presidents, both Levine and Winograde were responsible for developing and supervising all aspects of Showtime Networks programming across all genres, including comedy, drama, unscripted, documentaries and films. The latter exec was also in charge of the company’s production, program operations, business affairs, casting, scheduling, research and home entertainment, operating as liaison to ViacomCBS Global Distribution. She worked closely on all programming related matters with the network’s marketing, creative, digital media, acquisitions and entertainment communications departments.
Given Showtime’s integration with Paramount+, McCarthy noted that many of the functions Winograde currently oversees — including business affairs,...
- 2/13/2023
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- The Wrap
Showtime’s News and Documentary Emmy-nominated series “The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth” will return for Season 8 on Feb. 26 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt, TheWrap can exclusively announce. The docuseries will be back with six more episodes featuring hosts John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri as they pull back the curtain on this extraordinarily fractured and volatile moment for American democracy.
Season 8 will hit the ground running in 2023 to examine a new era of divided government as President Joe Biden braces for withering GOP-led House investigations, per the network’s logline. Meanwhile bitter divisions among Republicans signal a tumultuous year ahead for the party and the nation. And while Biden mulls a bid for reelection amid questions about his mishandling of classified documents, former President Donald Trump is facing multiple investigations of his own, as well as staring down a list of
potential Republican challengers, in...
Season 8 will hit the ground running in 2023 to examine a new era of divided government as President Joe Biden braces for withering GOP-led House investigations, per the network’s logline. Meanwhile bitter divisions among Republicans signal a tumultuous year ahead for the party and the nation. And while Biden mulls a bid for reelection amid questions about his mishandling of classified documents, former President Donald Trump is facing multiple investigations of his own, as well as staring down a list of
potential Republican challengers, in...
- 2/1/2023
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- The Wrap
The Qatar Investment Authority has joined Providence Equity Partners and Apollo as a major investor in The North Road Company, the global, multi-genre studio launched last year by Peter Chernin.
The $150 million from Qia will support the firm’s ongoing expansion, building on launch funds that included up to $500 million from Providence and $300 million in debt financing from Apollo to grow North Road, whose companies include Chernin Entertainment; Words + Pictures, founded by the creators of 30 for 30, The Last Dance, and O.J.: Made in America; Kinetic Content; Left Right Productions; and 44 Blue.
A London-based international division focuses on global acquisitions and co-productions.
“Qia’s investment enables North Road to capitalize even further on the growing demand for premium, independent content. Building on the support from Providence Equity,...
The $150 million from Qia will support the firm’s ongoing expansion, building on launch funds that included up to $500 million from Providence and $300 million in debt financing from Apollo to grow North Road, whose companies include Chernin Entertainment; Words + Pictures, founded by the creators of 30 for 30, The Last Dance, and O.J.: Made in America; Kinetic Content; Left Right Productions; and 44 Blue.
A London-based international division focuses on global acquisitions and co-productions.
“Qia’s investment enables North Road to capitalize even further on the growing demand for premium, independent content. Building on the support from Providence Equity,...
- 1/31/2023
- by Jill Goldsmith
- Deadline Film + TV
Peter Chernin’s North Road Company has taken in a 150 million investment from Qatar Investment Authority in order to expand.
The studio launched in July 2022 by combining Chernin Entertainment, which has been behind titles such as Ford v. Ferrari and New Girl and documentary production studio Words + Pictures. The company includes unscripted content from Kinetic Content, Left Right Productions and 44 Blue, encompassing the titles of Love Is Blind, The Ultimatum, Married at First Sight, and The Circus, as well as an international division led by Jan Frouman and Kristin Jones, with a focus on global acquisitions and co-productions.
North Road Company said it has its hand in more than 85 active productions, which include a new season of Love is Blind, Luther, starring Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo and Andy Serkis, which is scheduled to premiere on Netflix this spring, and a new season of Apple TV+’s Truth be Told,...
The studio launched in July 2022 by combining Chernin Entertainment, which has been behind titles such as Ford v. Ferrari and New Girl and documentary production studio Words + Pictures. The company includes unscripted content from Kinetic Content, Left Right Productions and 44 Blue, encompassing the titles of Love Is Blind, The Ultimatum, Married at First Sight, and The Circus, as well as an international division led by Jan Frouman and Kristin Jones, with a focus on global acquisitions and co-productions.
North Road Company said it has its hand in more than 85 active productions, which include a new season of Love is Blind, Luther, starring Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo and Andy Serkis, which is scheduled to premiere on Netflix this spring, and a new season of Apple TV+’s Truth be Told,...
- 1/31/2023
- by Caitlin Huston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Update: The Instagram post shared on the “To Leslie” account has been removed.
The movie awards industry is buzzing following the news that the Academy is “conducting a review of campaign procedures” after Andrea Riseborough received a surprise best actress Oscar nomination for the independent drama “To Leslie.”
The “grassroots” campaign enlisted numerous famous names to help spread the word about the small indie, but did that break any rules or just smartly play the awards game?
Celebrity influencers aside, an Instagram post on the “To Leslie” page may have violated the Academy’s rules and guidelines.
In a post dated two weeks ago, the official Instagram account for “To Leslie” quoted Richard Roeper’s blurb from his top 10 films of 2022 article from the Chicago Sun-Times, where he listed the movie at no. 5. The quote reads: “As much as I admired Blanchett’s work in ‘Tár,’ my favorite performance by...
The movie awards industry is buzzing following the news that the Academy is “conducting a review of campaign procedures” after Andrea Riseborough received a surprise best actress Oscar nomination for the independent drama “To Leslie.”
The “grassroots” campaign enlisted numerous famous names to help spread the word about the small indie, but did that break any rules or just smartly play the awards game?
Celebrity influencers aside, an Instagram post on the “To Leslie” page may have violated the Academy’s rules and guidelines.
In a post dated two weeks ago, the official Instagram account for “To Leslie” quoted Richard Roeper’s blurb from his top 10 films of 2022 article from the Chicago Sun-Times, where he listed the movie at no. 5. The quote reads: “As much as I admired Blanchett’s work in ‘Tár,’ my favorite performance by...
- 1/28/2023
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
MSNBC’s Alex Wagner has been tapped to host Netflix’s reboot of the high-stakes competition series “The Mole,” which will premiere on the streamer Oct. 7.
“The Mole” is billed as a “reimagined version” of the cult ABC original and based on the Belgian format “De Mol,” created by Bart De Pauw, Michel Vanhove, Michiel Devlieger, and Tom Lenaerts and distributed by Primitives. In the show, 12 players work together in challenges to add money to a pot that only one of them will win at the end. Among the players is one person who has secretly been designated “the Mole” and tasked with sabotaging the group’s money-making efforts. In the end, one player will outlast their competition and expose the Mole to win the prize pot.
Netflix will release its 10 45-minute episodes over the course of three weeks. Executive producers are Chris Culvenor, Paul Franklin, Wes Dening, Rikkie Proost,...
“The Mole” is billed as a “reimagined version” of the cult ABC original and based on the Belgian format “De Mol,” created by Bart De Pauw, Michel Vanhove, Michiel Devlieger, and Tom Lenaerts and distributed by Primitives. In the show, 12 players work together in challenges to add money to a pot that only one of them will win at the end. Among the players is one person who has secretly been designated “the Mole” and tasked with sabotaging the group’s money-making efforts. In the end, one player will outlast their competition and expose the Mole to win the prize pot.
Netflix will release its 10 45-minute episodes over the course of three weeks. Executive producers are Chris Culvenor, Paul Franklin, Wes Dening, Rikkie Proost,...
- 9/8/2022
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- The Wrap
One of the most iconic reality series will return next month.
Netflix confirmed Thursday that its highly-anticipated reboot of The Mole will premiere on October 7.
The series will span 10 episodes, but not all the episodes will be available at once.
The streamer is adopting the same rollout strategy it has done for some of its other competitive reality series.
The new take will be hosted by Alex Wagner (Alex Wagner Tonight).
Wagner also executive produced The Circus and was a contributing writer at The Atlantic.
Additionally, she is the author of Futureface, a critically-acclaimed memoir about identity and immigration.
"The Mole is a high-stakes competition series and in this reimagined version, twelve players work together in challenges to add money to a pot that only one of them will win at the end," the logline reads, adding:
Among the players is one person who has secretly been designated "the Mole...
Netflix confirmed Thursday that its highly-anticipated reboot of The Mole will premiere on October 7.
The series will span 10 episodes, but not all the episodes will be available at once.
The streamer is adopting the same rollout strategy it has done for some of its other competitive reality series.
The new take will be hosted by Alex Wagner (Alex Wagner Tonight).
Wagner also executive produced The Circus and was a contributing writer at The Atlantic.
Additionally, she is the author of Futureface, a critically-acclaimed memoir about identity and immigration.
"The Mole is a high-stakes competition series and in this reimagined version, twelve players work together in challenges to add money to a pot that only one of them will win at the end," the logline reads, adding:
Among the players is one person who has secretly been designated "the Mole...
- 9/8/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
A busy Alex Wagner, host of MSNBC’s Alex Wagner Tonight, is expanding her resume with another TV gig. Wagner has been named host of Netflix’s The Mole reboot. Netflix’s new version of the classic competition series is set to premiere October 7 on the streaming network.
The Mole, based on Belgian format De Mol, last aired on ABC from 2001-08 with Anderson Cooper as one of the initial hosts.
The Mole is a high-stakes competition series and in this reimagined version, twelve players work together in challenges to add money to a pot that only one of them will win at the end. Among the players is one person who has secretly been designated “the Mole” and tasked with sabotaging the group’s money-making efforts. In the end, one player will outlast their competition and expose the Mole to win the prize pot.
Wagner was named to succeed...
The Mole, based on Belgian format De Mol, last aired on ABC from 2001-08 with Anderson Cooper as one of the initial hosts.
The Mole is a high-stakes competition series and in this reimagined version, twelve players work together in challenges to add money to a pot that only one of them will win at the end. Among the players is one person who has secretly been designated “the Mole” and tasked with sabotaging the group’s money-making efforts. In the end, one player will outlast their competition and expose the Mole to win the prize pot.
Wagner was named to succeed...
- 9/8/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
MSNBC’s Alex Wagner continues to pick up some of the most interesting jobs held by news anchors. First she took over the MSNBC time slot previously held by Rachel Maddow. Now she’s set to lead a reality show that was once the province of a young Anderson Cooper.
When Netflix launches a reboot of “The Mole,” the reality competition that was first broadcast in the U.S. by ABC in 2001, the program will be led by Wagner, according to a person familiar with the matter. Representatives for Netflix and MSNBC were not able to respond immediately to queries about the matter on Wednesday. Wagner’s role in the show was previously reported by Reality Blurred.
Cooper hosted the first season of the U.S. version of “The Mole” while he was still toiling for ABC News and before he moved to CNN. In the show, contestants are given...
When Netflix launches a reboot of “The Mole,” the reality competition that was first broadcast in the U.S. by ABC in 2001, the program will be led by Wagner, according to a person familiar with the matter. Representatives for Netflix and MSNBC were not able to respond immediately to queries about the matter on Wednesday. Wagner’s role in the show was previously reported by Reality Blurred.
Cooper hosted the first season of the U.S. version of “The Mole” while he was still toiling for ABC News and before he moved to CNN. In the show, contestants are given...
- 9/7/2022
- by Brian Steinberg
- Variety Film + TV
Normalcy is returning to television series’ release pattern after a couple of Covid-affected years. Streamers have made for a busy summer with buzzy shows such as Stranger Things, House of the Dragon and Lotr: The Rings of Power. They will soon be joined by the broadcast networks, whose main series roster is sticking to the traditional season that kicks off in the fall. Here is Deadline’s annual list of the fall premiere dates for new and returning series. It covers more than 200 broadcast, cable and streaming programs debuting between mid-September and December 31 but does not include movies or specials. Please send any additions or adjustments to [email protected]. We update the list regularly as more dates are revealed.
TV Cancellations Photo Gallery: Shows Ending In 2022 & Beyond
September 15:
Atlanta
Vampire Academy
Ghost Adventures
The Light in...
TV Cancellations Photo Gallery: Shows Ending In 2022 & Beyond
September 15:
Atlanta
Vampire Academy
Ghost Adventures
The Light in...
- 9/7/2022
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Showtime’s political docuseries The Circus will return September 25 for an eight-episode run, expected to focus on the midterms and the ongoing threats to democracy.
John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri are returning as the hosts/correspondents for the show’s seventh season. The series airs Sundays at 8 p.m. Et/Pt on Showtime.
The series — with the tagline “Inside the Greatest Political Show On Earth” — started in 2016, with the focus on that year’s presidential election. But it’s captured the disruptive world of politics since then, keying in on presidential and congressional elections as well as key moments in the Biden and Trump administrations. The new season will spotlight the battle for control of Congress, as Democrats face historic headwinds against a Republican party all the more loyal to Trump.
In the new trailer (see it above), Palmieri says, “The big thing that may save Democrats is Republicans.
John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jennifer Palmieri are returning as the hosts/correspondents for the show’s seventh season. The series airs Sundays at 8 p.m. Et/Pt on Showtime.
The series — with the tagline “Inside the Greatest Political Show On Earth” — started in 2016, with the focus on that year’s presidential election. But it’s captured the disruptive world of politics since then, keying in on presidential and congressional elections as well as key moments in the Biden and Trump administrations. The new season will spotlight the battle for control of Congress, as Democrats face historic headwinds against a Republican party all the more loyal to Trump.
In the new trailer (see it above), Palmieri says, “The big thing that may save Democrats is Republicans.
- 8/22/2022
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
MSNBC has canceled showed hosted by Zerlina Maxwell and Ayman Mohyeldin on the streaming platform Peacock, TheWrap learned Wednesday.
The cancelation of the two MSNBC shows is part of an effort to change programing of the MSNBC hub on Peacock, according to the individual with knowledge of the move.
While the shows will come off Peacock, both Maxwell and Mohyeldin will stay on the network in other roles.
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MSNBC would like Maxwell, who started at MSNBC in 2018 and is a former campaign aide to Hillary Clinton, to continue her role as an analyst for the network.
Similarly, Mohyeldin will remain a host for his weekend prime show on cable and will also continue reporting and serving as a fill-in host for weekday primetime shows.
The changes will go into effect in September.
While MSNBC cut Maxwell and Mohyeldin’s in its effort...
The cancelation of the two MSNBC shows is part of an effort to change programing of the MSNBC hub on Peacock, according to the individual with knowledge of the move.
While the shows will come off Peacock, both Maxwell and Mohyeldin will stay on the network in other roles.
Also Read:
Emmys Restructure Awards for Game Shows
MSNBC would like Maxwell, who started at MSNBC in 2018 and is a former campaign aide to Hillary Clinton, to continue her role as an analyst for the network.
Similarly, Mohyeldin will remain a host for his weekend prime show on cable and will also continue reporting and serving as a fill-in host for weekday primetime shows.
The changes will go into effect in September.
While MSNBC cut Maxwell and Mohyeldin’s in its effort...
- 8/10/2022
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
Peter Chernin has found his new CFO.
Chernin’s The North Road Company, which was formed after he paid around $200M for the U.S. assets of Red Arrow Studios, has hired former JPMorgan Chase Darian Singer in the role.
He will lead the integration of North Road assets and oversee the development of North Road infrastructure as it looks to grow further. He reports to Chernin, who is Chairman and CEO of North Road.
Singer was most recently Managing Director within JPMorgan Chase’s Entertainment Industries Group, which he joined in 2011. He was previously with Union Bank and Dresdner Kleinwort.
The North Road Company consists of those Red Arrow assets, which includes Love Is Blind producer Kinetic Content and The Circus producer Left/Right, as well as Chernin Entertainment and Connor Schell’s non-scripted business Words + Pictures.
Chernin told Deadline recently that he believes there is a “big opportunity...
Chernin’s The North Road Company, which was formed after he paid around $200M for the U.S. assets of Red Arrow Studios, has hired former JPMorgan Chase Darian Singer in the role.
He will lead the integration of North Road assets and oversee the development of North Road infrastructure as it looks to grow further. He reports to Chernin, who is Chairman and CEO of North Road.
Singer was most recently Managing Director within JPMorgan Chase’s Entertainment Industries Group, which he joined in 2011. He was previously with Union Bank and Dresdner Kleinwort.
The North Road Company consists of those Red Arrow assets, which includes Love Is Blind producer Kinetic Content and The Circus producer Left/Right, as well as Chernin Entertainment and Connor Schell’s non-scripted business Words + Pictures.
Chernin told Deadline recently that he believes there is a “big opportunity...
- 8/9/2022
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
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