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It’s been over two years since IT: Chapter II was released. Just when we thought the story had come to an end, Warner Bros. shares the news that they are teaming up with HBO Max for a new prequel series titled “Welcome to Derry.” Much of the details of the series, including the cast and synopsis for the series, has not been released, but odds are it will explore more of the 27-year cycle of Pennywise. We would hope that if Pennywise is a part of the story that Bill Skarsgard will reprise his role as the monster. Based on Stephen King’s 1986 novel, the story follows seven children as they are terrorized by an evil entity that exploits the fears of its victims to disguise itself while hunting its prey. “It” primarily appears in the form of Pennywise the Dancing Clown to attract its preferred prey, young children.
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The new series adaptation of the hit game “Halo” is already making waves over on Paramount+. The series has broken the record for the “most-watched” series premiere in the network’s history in its first 24 hours, stealing the title from “Yellowstone’s” incredible prequel series 1883 which debuted in December with over 4.9 million views, Deadline reports. The series, which has already been renewed for a second season, is produced by 343 Industries and Amblin Television, and follows “an epic 26th-century conflict between humanity and an alien threat known as the Covenant.” In the premiere, a group of rebels are attacked by aliens and the Spartans (nearly unkillable soldiers) come to the rescue, unfortunately, help comes a little too late for many. But for one teen, it’s just the beginning of her journey. Pablo Schreiber (“American Gods”) stars as Master Chief. Jen Taylor is reprising her role in the video game series as Master Chief’s AI companion, Cortana. Danny Sapani (“Penny
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Earlier this year, Amazon Prime’s series “The Wheel of Time” introduced us to an amazing world of fantasy, magic, and horror. Luckily the series was already renewed for its second season before the first even premiered. The new season began filming this past July. So, the question is, when will season two premiere? With Prime concentrating on their upcoming “Lord of the Rings” series, it’s likely the new season will premiere sometime between October of 2022 and spring of 2023. The series, based on the book’s series by author Robert Jordan, is from showrunner Rafe Judkins and is set in a world where magic exists, but only some can access it, a woman named Moiraine crosses paths with five young men and women. This sparks a dangerous, world-spanning journey. The new season will see old characters return and new ones introduced. Barney Harris will not be returning as Mat and is being replaced by “The Witcher” actor Dónal Finn. Guy
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Director Luca Guadagnino received critical acclaim for his 2018 horror remake of Suspiria. The brilliant filmmaker is back with a new tale of terror, Bones and All, which has just been acquired by MGM. Dune star Timothée Chalamet (pictured), who also starred in Guadagnino’s Call Me by Your Name, is set to star alongside Taylor Russell (Escape Room) in the film described as a cannibal love story. The cast for the adaptation also includes Mark Rylance, André Holland, Jessica Harper, David Gordon-Green, Francesca Scorsese, Michael Stuhlbarg, and We Are Who We Are actress Chloë Sevigny. Screen Daily describes the film as about “two outsiders who embark on a 1,000-mile odyssey through Ronald Reagan’s America. When they discover they cannot outrun their terrifying pasts the pair take a final stand to determine whether their love can survive their otherness.” The script was penned by David Kajganich, who also wrote Guadagnino’s Suspiria. The film is based on the 2015 novel by Camille
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When you think of Ben Stiller you probably think of his roles in comedies such as Meet the Parents, Night at the Museum, and Zoolander. Stiller will now be taking on the very serious role of Jack Torrance in the stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining. Ivo van Hove (All About Eve) is set to direct the stage adaptation that is said the be more true to King’s novel than the film and will open in January of 2023 in London’s West End.
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The long list of upcoming game adaptations, including titles such as “Halo,” “God of War,” and “Fallout,” continues to grow with a new TV series adaptation of Asobo’s “A Plague Tale: Innocence” now joining the list. The “A Plague Tale” adaption will be helmed by French director Mathieu Turi, who was behind 2017’s Hostile. Merlin Productions and the game’s publisher, Focus Entertainment, will be producing. Turi announced the news himself on Twitter. 👱♀️🧒🔥🐀 It’s official! I’m honored to work on the adaptation as a TV series of @APlagueTale. Thank you to @AsoboStudio and @Focus_entmt for their trust. I can’t wait to bring Amicia and Hugo’s journey to the screen! https://t.co/93Ct3FuCp2 #APlagueTale #Mediawan #MerlinProd — Mathieu Turi (@MathieuTURI) March 17, 2022 Set during the 14th century in Aquitane, France, during the Hundred Year’ War, the game centers on the plight of Amicia de Rune and her brother Hugo as they flee from soldiers of the French Inquisition as rats take over
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Just when fans were beginning to think we may have seen the last book of George R. R. Martin‘s “Game of Thrones,” news has come that Martin is about to release another book that centers on the House Targaryen that includes 180 new illustrations and an in-depth look at the history of Westeros. Announced on Martin’s official site, “Game of Thrones: The Rise of the Dragon” will explore the history of the Targaryen dynasty that will tie into the upcoming prequel TV series “House of the Dragon” that is currently in production at HBO. “Rise of the Dragon“. “Think of The Rise of the Dragon as a deluxe reference book, in which Westeros’ most infamous family – and their dragons – come to life in partnership with some truly incredible artists,” Marin says. “Game of Thrones: The Rise of the Dragon” is set to be released this October and will be available wherever books are sold.
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The cast of AMC’s upcoming series adaptation of Anne Rice’s “Interview with the Vampire” continues to grow with Eric Bogosian (“Billions”) sinking his teeth into the role of Daniel Molloy, played in the film by Christian Slater, an investigative journalist whose career is circling the drain when he has the opportunity to conduct the interview of a lifetime. Bogosian joins previously announced cast members Sam Reid who will star as Lestat, Jacob Anderson who has been cast as Louis, and Bailey Bass who will play young vampire Claudia. The series is created by Rolin Jones of “Friday Night Lights,” who also serves as showrunner and writer. Alan Taylor is directing the first two of the seven episodes of the first season, which is expected to premiere in late 2022 or early 2023.
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Showtime‘s “Let the Right One In” series adaptation continues to add to its cast with Jimmie Saito (Sweetbitter, pictured below), Caroline Neff (“Chicago P.D.”), and Josh Wingate (Priest) being the latest to join the vampire series. Previously announced cast members include Damian Bichir (The Nun), Madison Taylor Baez, Zeliko Ivanek, Nick Stahl, Fernanda Andrade, Anika Noni Rose, Grace Gummer, Jacob Buster, Kevin Carroll, and Ian Foreman. The series is based on John Aivide Lindqvist’s novel of the same name was first adapted for a film back in 2008 and was followed by an American remake in 2010. The series centers on Mark (Bichir) and his daughter Eleanor (Baez), whose lives were changed forever 10 years earlier when she was turned into a vampire. Stuck forever at the age of 12, Eleanor lives a closed-in life, able to go out only at night, while her father does his best to provide her with the human blood she needs to stay alive.
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It’s an all-out war for control of the city’s underground this month when CEX Publishing releases The Silencers, the cult classic comic that helped to launch the careers of Fred Van Lente and Steve Ellis. The Silencers tells the story of a group of super-powered individuals who act as the enforcers for the Provenzano crime family. But when the team is double-crossed they initiate a gang war with control of the city at stake. Debuting in 2005, the series is written by Fred Van Lente (Amazing Spider-Man, Marvel Zombies, Action Philosophers) and drawn by Steve Ellis (High Moon, Box 13, The Only Living Boy). This new volume features never-before-seen story pages and an all-new introduction written by fan-favorite writer Kyle Higgins (Radiant Black, Nightwing). The comic features 160 full-color pages in the had cover priced at $29.99. Set to be unleashed this July, it is the DEFINITIVE EDITION of the hit series! Please visit www.comicshoplocator.com to find a shop near
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It’s been over two years since IT: Chapter II was released. Just when we thought the story had come to an end, Warner Bros. shares the news that they are teaming up with HBO Max for a new prequel series titled “Welcome to Derry.” Much of the details of the series, including the cast and synopsis for the series, has not been released, but odds are it will explore more of the 27-year cycle of Pennywise. We would hope that if Pennywise is a part of the story that Bill Skarsgard will reprise his role as the monster. Based on Stephen King’s 1986 novel, the story follows seven children as they are terrorized by an evil entity that exploits the fears of its victims to disguise itself while hunting its prey. “It” primarily appears in the form of Pennywise the Dancing Clown to attract its preferred prey, young children.
Continue reading →
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The new series adaptation of the hit game “Halo” is already making waves over on Paramount+. The series has broken the record for the “most-watched” series premiere in the network’s history in its first 24 hours, stealing the title from “Yellowstone’s” incredible prequel series 1883 which debuted in December with over 4.9 million views, Deadline reports. The series, which has already been renewed for a second season, is produced by 343 Industries and Amblin Television, and follows “an epic 26th-century conflict between humanity and an alien threat known as the Covenant.” In the premiere, a group of rebels are attacked by aliens and the Spartans (nearly unkillable soldiers) come to the rescue, unfortunately, help comes a little too late for many. But for one teen, it’s just the beginning of her journey. Pablo Schreiber (“American Gods”) stars as Master Chief. Jen Taylor is reprising her role in the video game series as Master Chief’s AI companion, Cortana. Danny Sapani (“Penny
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Earlier this year, Amazon Prime’s series “The Wheel of Time” introduced us to an amazing world of fantasy, magic, and horror. Luckily the series was already renewed for its second season before the first even premiered. The new season began filming this past July. So, the question is, when will season two premiere? With Prime concentrating on their upcoming “Lord of the Rings” series, it’s likely the new season will premiere sometime between October of 2022 and spring of 2023. The series, based on the book’s series by author Robert Jordan, is from showrunner Rafe Judkins and is set in a world where magic exists, but only some can access it, a woman named Moiraine crosses paths with five young men and women. This sparks a dangerous, world-spanning journey. The new season will see old characters return and new ones introduced. Barney Harris will not be returning as Mat and is being replaced by “The Witcher” actor Dónal Finn. Guy
Continue reading →
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Director Luca Guadagnino received critical acclaim for his 2018 horror remake of Suspiria. The brilliant filmmaker is back with a new tale of terror, Bones and All, which has just been acquired by MGM. Dune star Timothée Chalamet (pictured), who also starred in Guadagnino’s Call Me by Your Name, is set to star alongside Taylor Russell (Escape Room) in the film described as a cannibal love story. The cast for the adaptation also includes Mark Rylance, André Holland, Jessica Harper, David Gordon-Green, Francesca Scorsese, Michael Stuhlbarg, and We Are Who We Are actress Chloë Sevigny. Screen Daily describes the film as about “two outsiders who embark on a 1,000-mile odyssey through Ronald Reagan’s America. When they discover they cannot outrun their terrifying pasts the pair take a final stand to determine whether their love can survive their otherness.” The script was penned by David Kajganich, who also wrote Guadagnino’s Suspiria. The film is based on the 2015 novel by Camille
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When you think of Ben Stiller you probably think of his roles in comedies such as Meet the Parents, Night at the Museum, and Zoolander. Stiller will now be taking on the very serious role of Jack Torrance in the stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining. Ivo van Hove (All About Eve) is set to direct the stage adaptation that is said the be more true to King’s novel than the film and will open in January of 2023 in London’s West End.
Continue reading →
AdaptationGamingNewsStreaming TVTrailers
The long list of upcoming game adaptations, including titles such as “Halo,” “God of War,” and “Fallout,” continues to grow with a new TV series adaptation of Asobo’s “A Plague Tale: Innocence” now joining the list. The “A Plague Tale” adaption will be helmed by French director Mathieu Turi, who was behind 2017’s Hostile. Merlin Productions and the game’s publisher, Focus Entertainment, will be producing. Turi announced the news himself on Twitter. 👱♀️🧒🔥🐀 It’s official! I’m honored to work on the adaptation as a TV series of @APlagueTale. Thank you to @AsoboStudio and @Focus_entmt for their trust. I can’t wait to bring Amicia and Hugo’s journey to the screen! https://t.co/93Ct3FuCp2 #APlagueTale #Mediawan #MerlinProd — Mathieu Turi (@MathieuTURI) March 17, 2022 Set during the 14th century in Aquitane, France, during the Hundred Year’ War, the game centers on the plight of Amicia de Rune and her brother Hugo as they flee from soldiers of the French Inquisition as rats take over
Continue reading →
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Just when fans were beginning to think we may have seen the last book of George R. R. Martin‘s “Game of Thrones,” news has come that Martin is about to release another book that centers on the House Targaryen that includes 180 new illustrations and an in-depth look at the history of Westeros. Announced on Martin’s official site, “Game of Thrones: The Rise of the Dragon” will explore the history of the Targaryen dynasty that will tie into the upcoming prequel TV series “House of the Dragon” that is currently in production at HBO. “Rise of the Dragon“. “Think of The Rise of the Dragon as a deluxe reference book, in which Westeros’ most infamous family – and their dragons – come to life in partnership with some truly incredible artists,” Marin says. “Game of Thrones: The Rise of the Dragon” is set to be released this October and will be available wherever books are sold.
Continue reading →
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The cast of AMC’s upcoming series adaptation of Anne Rice’s “Interview with the Vampire” continues to grow with Eric Bogosian (“Billions”) sinking his teeth into the role of Daniel Molloy, played in the film by Christian Slater, an investigative journalist whose career is circling the drain when he has the opportunity to conduct the interview of a lifetime. Bogosian joins previously announced cast members Sam Reid who will star as Lestat, Jacob Anderson who has been cast as Louis, and Bailey Bass who will play young vampire Claudia. The series is created by Rolin Jones of “Friday Night Lights,” who also serves as showrunner and writer. Alan Taylor is directing the first two of the seven episodes of the first season, which is expected to premiere in late 2022 or early 2023.
Continue reading →
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Showtime‘s “Let the Right One In” series adaptation continues to add to its cast with Jimmie Saito (Sweetbitter, pictured below), Caroline Neff (“Chicago P.D.”), and Josh Wingate (Priest) being the latest to join the vampire series. Previously announced cast members include Damian Bichir (The Nun), Madison Taylor Baez, Zeliko Ivanek, Nick Stahl, Fernanda Andrade, Anika Noni Rose, Grace Gummer, Jacob Buster, Kevin Carroll, and Ian Foreman. The series is based on John Aivide Lindqvist’s novel of the same name was first adapted for a film back in 2008 and was followed by an American remake in 2010. The series centers on Mark (Bichir) and his daughter Eleanor (Baez), whose lives were changed forever 10 years earlier when she was turned into a vampire. Stuck forever at the age of 12, Eleanor lives a closed-in life, able to go out only at night, while her father does his best to provide her with the human blood she needs to stay alive.
Continue reading →
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It’s an all-out war for control of the city’s underground this month when CEX Publishing releases The Silencers, the cult classic comic that helped to launch the careers of Fred Van Lente and Steve Ellis. The Silencers tells the story of a group of super-powered individuals who act as the enforcers for the Provenzano crime family. But when the team is double-crossed they initiate a gang war with control of the city at stake. Debuting in 2005, the series is written by Fred Van Lente (Amazing Spider-Man, Marvel Zombies, Action Philosophers) and drawn by Steve Ellis (High Moon, Box 13, The Only Living Boy). This new volume features never-before-seen story pages and an all-new introduction written by fan-favorite writer Kyle Higgins (Radiant Black, Nightwing). The comic features 160 full-color pages in the had cover priced at $29.99. Set to be unleashed this July, it is the DEFINITIVE EDITION of the hit series! Please visit www.comicshoplocator.com to find a shop near
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