Ant-Man and the Wasp flew by Ant-Man‘s opening weekend numbers. The first Ant-Man movie starring Paul Rudd opened in theaters on July 17, 2015 and collected $57 million at the box office over its first weekend in domestic release. The 2018 sequel which upped Evangeline Lilly’s Wasp to co-starring status rang up an impressive $76 million during its opening weekend. Both Ant-Man movies are rated PG-13 and both were directed by Peyton Reed, with the first film grossing $519 million worldwide before exiting theaters.
The weekend’s other new wide release, The First Purge, got an early jump on the weekend by opening on Wednesday, July 4th. The First Purge picked up $17 million this weekend and now stands at $31 million since hitting theaters on Independence Day.
The First Purge is the prequel to the franchise which includes 2013’s The Purge, 2014’s The Purge: Anarchy, and 2016’s The Purge: Election Year. The Purge: Election Year holds the franchise record with $118 million worldwide in ticket sales.
Next weekend, Ant-Man and the Wasp will be challenged by newcomers Skyscraper starring Dwayne Johnson and Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation.
The Ant-Man and the Wasp Plot: From the Marvel Cinematic Universe comes Ant-Man and the Wasp, a new chapter featuring heroes with the astonishing ability to shrink. In the aftermath of Captain America: Civil War, Scott Lang grapples with the consequences of his choices as both a Super Hero and a father. As he struggles to rebalance his home life with his responsibilities as Ant-Man, he’s confronted by Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pym with an urgent new mission. Scott must once again put on the suit and learn to fight alongside The Wasp as the team works together to uncover secrets from the past.
Niall Horan’s just unveiled the first single off of the Smallfoot movie soundtrack. The new original song “Finally Free” will be featured in the animated feature film hitting theaters on September 28, 2018. The soundtrack hits stores a week prior to the film’s release.
“When you’re right here beside me, there’s nothing else I need. Your eyes keep me reminded that nothing’s out of reach. When you’re with me, it feels like I’m finally free.”
The Warner Bros Pictures animated film features the voices of Channing Tatum (Logan Lucky, the Jump Street films) as the yeti, Migo, and James Corden (Peter Rabbit) as the Smallfoot, Percy. Zendaya (Spider-Man: Homecoming), Common (Selma), LeBron James (upcoming Space Jam 2), Gina Rodriguez (Jane the Virgin), Danny DeVito (The Lorax), Yara Shahidi (black-ish), Ely Henry (Justice League Action), and Jimmy Tatro (22 Jump Street) also lend their voices to Smallfoot.
Annie Award winner Karey Kirkpatrick (Over the Hedge) directs from a screenplay he co-wrote with Clare Sera (screen story by Kirkpatrick, John Requa, Glenn Ficarra), based on the book Yeti Tracks by Sergio Pablos. Bonne Radford (Curious George), Glenn Ficarra (Storks, This is Us), and John Requa (Storks, This is Us) served as producers, with Kirkpatrick, Nicholas Stoller, Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, Jared Stern, Sergio Pablos, Courtenay Valenti, and Allison Abbate executive producing.
The Plot: An animated adventure for all ages, with original music and a stellar ensemble cast, Smallfoot turns a myth upside down when a bright young yeti finds something he thought didn’t exist—a human. News of this “smallfoot” throws the simple yeti community into an uproar over what else might be out there in the big world beyond their snowy village, in an all new story about friendship, courage and the joy of discovery.
The cast of Disney Channel’s ‘Bug Juice: My Adventures at Camp’ (Disney Channel/Mauricio Handler)
Disney Channel’s set to debut the new unscripted docuseries Bug Juice: My Adventures at Camp on Monday, July 16, 2018 at 7:30pm ET/PT. The original Bug Juice series premiered in 1998 and ran for three seasons. The first season of the popular show was filmed at Camp Waziyatah in Waterford, Maine, and the 2018 revival of the series returned to that camp for a new season of adventures.
Bug Juice: My Adventures at Camp will air Mondays through Thursdays at 7:30pm. The summer series features 26 girls and boys, ages 10-12, along with their camp counselors.
Bug Juice was created by Douglas Ross and J. Rupert Thompson. Ross, Alex Baskin, Tina Gazzero Clapp and Toni Gallagher serve as executive producers. Evolution Media produces the new season of the revamped unscripted series.
The Plot: An unscripted docuseries for today’s generation of kids, with animated emoticons, “boomerang” shots and on-screen memes punctuating the summertime adventures, is presented in the return of Bug Juice: My Adventures at Camp. The 16-part series chronicles the outdoor fun, team activities, new friendships and the experience of being away from home for a new generation of kids at the popular Camp Waziyatah in Waterford, Maine.
Producers returned to the series original locale (1998) to film the myriad of fun activities as well as the challenges the campers face, including trying to fit in, being homesick and the ups and downs of friendship. Through it all, viewers see the camper’s resilience and how they each come into their own through a summer of fun.
Details on Camp Waziyatah: Camp Waziyatah is located on 130 acres of beautiful woods and fields bordering a 3.5-mile lake in Waterford, Maine. Waziyatah features many of the outdoor and indoor activities kids enjoyed from the original series including horseback riding, archery, whitewater rafting, water skiing, campfires, musical theater, and new ones such as The Blob – a giant inflatable blob that propels campers into the lake.
Netflix has officially renewed Aggretsuko for a second season and has confirmed the premiere dates for a slew of anime titles. Series details and premiere dates were announced during the Anime Expo, with Netflix’s Director of Content for Japan & Anime John Derderian revealing two new anime shows – Ultraman and Kengan Ashura – have been added to the network’s expanded anime roster.
Commenting on the lineup, Derderian stated, “As Netflix has grown around the world we have been astounded by the broad reach and great depth of anime fandom. We are partnering with the best global creators to produce a diverse slate of shows that we hope will excite the boundless passion of anime fans and make Netflix a premier destination for this beloved art form.”
Kengan Ashura – Kazuo Yamashita is an ordinary fifty-six year old man who one day is summoned by the chairman of his company and hired as a gladiator. He learns that these hired gladiators engage in battles called Kengan Matches: to protect the corporate rights of the businesses they represent. Kazuo Yamashita is assigned to battle a mysterious Kengan fighter named Ohma Tokita. Both men join the Kengan Zetsumei Tournament with the hope of winning the spot as chairman of the Kengan Organization. Expect to set it on Netflix in 2019.
Ultraman – Ultraman is an action drama centered around a man possessing the spirit and DNA of the legendary hero “Ultraman” as he wears a metallic ultra suit and fights against evil. The series is directed by Kenji Kamiyama and Shinji Aramaki and is expected to preview in 2019.
Aggretsuko Season 2 – Everyone’s favorite death metal panda is back! Retsuko will return to Netflix for Aggretsuko Season 2.
Godzilla: City on the Edge of Battle – The sequel to Godzilla: Planet of the Monsters, this epic re-imagining of the Godzilla world in a futuristic setting pits humans and robots against the biggest Godzilla ever seen in an interplanetary struggle for survival. Godzilla: City on the Edge of Battle will launch on Netflix on July 18, 2018.
Dragon Pilot – Recently stationed Air Self-Defence Force rookie Hisone Amakasu is chosen by a dragon concealed within Gifu Air Base to be his pilot. Dragon Pilot will premiere on Netflix on September 21, 2018.
Castlevania Season 2 – Returning to Netflix for a second season, Castlevania, inspired by the classic videogame series, is a dark medieval fantasy following the last surviving member of the disgraced Belmont clan, trying to save Eastern Europe from extinction at the hand of Vlad Dracula Tepes himself. Trevor Belmont, last survivor of his house, is no longer alone, and he and his misfit comrades race to find a way to save humanity from extinction at the hands of the grief-maddened Dracula and his sinister vampire war council. Castlevania Season 2 debuts on Netflix on October 26, 2018.
Cannon Busters – The show follows the adventures and exploits of S.A.M, a high-end friendship droid who’s joined by a quirky, discarded maintenance robot and a brash, deadly fugitive. Together, the unlikely trio embarks on an unforgettable journey in a fantastic and dangerous world in search of S.A.M’s best friend, the heir to a kingdom under siege. Cannon Busters will launch on Netflix on April 1, 2019.
Freeform’s Marvel’s Cloak & Dagger season one has found its footing after six episodes, setting itself apart from other “superhero” shows by allowing the characters to slowly develop and come to terms with their abilities. The first season continues with episode seven titled “Lotus Eaters” airing on July 12, 2018.
The critically acclaimed new sci-fi drama stars Olivia Holt, Aubrey Joseph, Andrea Roth, Gloria Reuben, Miles Mussenden, Carl Lundstedt, James Saito and J.D. Evermore. Joe Pokaski (Underground, Heroes) is the showrunner and executive produces with Marvel’s Head of Television Jeph Loeb and Jim Chory.
The “Lotus Eaters” Plot: A mysterious man may be the key for Tandy to finally clear her father’s name. Unfortunately, getting the answers she needs will be difficult as the man has been in a catatonic state for almost a decade, but it might not be so impossible for two people with extraordinary powers. With Tyrone alongside to help, the two test their combined powers for the first time.
The Season 1 Plot:Marvel’s Cloak & Dagger is the story of Tandy Bowen (Holt) and Tyrone Johnson (Joseph) – two teenagers from very different backgrounds, who find themselves burdened and awakened to newly acquired superpowers which are mysteriously linked to one another. Tandy can emit light daggers and Tyrone has the ability to engulf others in darkness. They quickly learn they are better together than apart, but their feelings for each other make their already complicated world even more challenging.
Additional season one characters include:
Andrea Roth plays Melissa Bowen, Tandy’s mom, who is the eternal optimist despite the struggles to adapt to her new existence. While complex and emotionally composed, her love for her daughter burns bright.
Tyrone’s mother, Adina Johnson, is played by Gloria Reuben. Mrs. Johnson invests every aspect of her being into giving her son the life she believes he deserves. But she props up and protects Tyrone so much she almost forgets to love him.
Miles Mussenden stars as Tyrone’s father, Michael Johnson, who trudges through his desk job to keep his family safe and happy. Mr. Johnson is a working-class father does what he can to ensure his son will grow up to be a great man.
Liam played by Carl Lundstedt, a salt-of-the-earth townie who operates as Tandy’s partner in crime while moonlighting as her boyfriend. But underneath his rough-around-the-edges appearance, Liam has big dreams.
Portrayed by James Saito, Dr. Bernard Sanjo has been an emotional cornerstone in Tyrone’s life; they have a most unusual relationship.
J.D. Evermore plays Detective Connors, who is a contradiction of a man embracing an intimidating persona that overcompensates for a secret he keeps close to the vest.
Aubrey Joseph and Olivia Holt in ‘Marvel’s Cloak & Dagger’ season 1 episode 7 (Freeform/Alfonso Bresciani)Olivia Holt in the “Lotus Eaters” episode (Freeform/Alfonso Bresciani)Olivia Holt, Aubrey Joseph and Tim Kang (Freeform/Alfonso Bresciani)Olivia Holt as Tandy in ‘Marvel’s Cloak & Dagger’ season 1 episode 7 (Freeform/Alfonso Bresciani)Aubrey Joseph as Tyrone (Freeform/Alfonso Bresciani)
2015’s Ant-Man did the heavy lifting, setting up the origin story of how Scott Lang (played by Paul Rudd) came to wear a suit which turned him into a superhero the size of an insect. No longer saddled with introducing the non-comic book reading world to the character, Ant-Man and the Wasp gets to jump straight into the weird and occasionally wacky world of these costumed heroes.
Ant-Man and the Wasp kicks off with Scott Lang on house arrest after the unfortunate events of Captain America: Civil War. He’s on the outs with Dr. Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) and Hope van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly) after going rogue and transforming into Ant-Man and Giant-Man, a public exposure of Dr. Pym and Hope’s technology that led to them becoming fugitives on the run from authorities.
Scott’s spending his days within the confines of his home, hanging out with his young daughter (Abby Ryder Fortson) and creating Ant-Man inspired tunnels and mazes to keep them both entertained. When he’s not acting like an overgrown kid, Scott’s trying to get the X-Con Security company he’s running with his buddies – Luis (Michael Pena), Kurt (David Dastmalchian), and Dave (Tip T.I. Harris) – off the ground.
He’s just a few days away from getting his ankle bracelet removed and his freedom back when he has a bizarre dream about Hank’s wife and Hope’s mom, Janet (Michelle Pfeiffer). Janet, the original Wasp, has been lost in the Quantum Realm for decades. Recently, Hank and Hope have become convinced she’s still alive and have built a machine which will allow them to undertake a rescue.
Although Scott is hesitant to put his family – and life outside his home – in jeopardy, he reluctantly agrees to help Hank and Hope. Unfortunately, their efforts come to the attention of not only the FBI but also a gangster who wants their tech as well as a mysterious woman known as Ghost who’s aided by Dr. Pym’s former colleague, Bill Foster.
It’s worth noting that while Ant-Man’s listed first, this sequel is really all about the sting of the Wasp. Ant-Man and the Wasp is the first Marvel Studios film to have a female character featured in the title, and Evangeline Lilly’s Wasp is truly a badass in battle. Sure, Ant-Man gets in his share of licks, but he’s more the comic relief/family relationship type of guy than the hero everyone depends on to save the day.
Paul Rudd’s affable manner made him the perfect actor to take on the character in 2015’s origin story, but he’s even more enjoyable to watch in the sequel. Rudd’s comic timing and his natural charm match perfectly with the vibe of Ant-Man. It’s impossible not to root for the guy to pull off a win against nearly impossible odds.
Evangeline Lilly has been given much more to do in the sequel, and she takes full advantage of the increased screen time. Hope’s relationship with her dad is further explored, and it’s apparent she’s spent the last few years doing extensive fight training when not busy in the lab. Michael Douglas and Evangeline Lilly have terrific chemistry playing father and daughter, and he seems much more comfortable in this superhero world in this second outing.
Michael Pena’s rapid-fire delivery provides the film with one of its most memorable scenes. A debate among Pena, T.I. Harris, and David Dastmalchian over whether a drug is or is not truth serum lands some of the film’s biggest laughs.
Hannah John-Kamen as Ava Foster/Ghost is one of Ant-Man and the Wasp’s most intriguing new characters. Ghost is an unusual villain for a superhero film; she doesn’t want to become wealthy or rule the world. Instead, her attempt to steal Hank and Hope’s technology is strictly for personal reasons. She simply wants to stop living in constant pain, and she doesn’t want to die young.
Ghost and Wasp’s first fight scene is incredibly brutal. The stunt work, fight choreography, and special visual effects, which are outstanding throughout the film, are phenomenal in that scene in particular.
Randall Park (Fresh Off the Boat), Laurence Fishburne (black-ish) and Walton Goggins (Justified) are standouts among the supporting players, stealing scenes in a film packed with terrific performances. Judy Greer, Bobby Cannavale, Abby Ryder Fortson, and Divian Ladwa also contribute to making Ant-Man and the Wasp a hilarious entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
There are some truly impressive effects in this Ant-Man sequel, especially in the creation of the Quantum Realm world which looks like a psychedelic ‘60s black light painting populated with creatures you’d spot while looking through a scientist’s microscope.
The writing’s sharp and the jokes hit their marks at an impressive rate. Director Peyton Reed allows a few serious moments within this fun ride, but he’s quick to flip a scene on its head with an unexpected comedic twist before it can darken the mood.
The Ant-Man films have carved their own niche in the MCU. They’re goofy, light-hearted fun, and perfect for those of us just looking for a few hours of good, escapist entertainment.
(Don’t forget to stick around for the two extra scenes in the credits.)
GRADE: B+
MPAA Rating: PG-13 for some sci-fi action violence
The Walking Dead, Fear the Walking Dead, and Preacher are returning to the San Diego Comic Con, and Better Call Saul will be making its first appearance at the sold-out convention. AMC’s confirmed their plans for panels and other fun treats for fans attending the Comic Con July 18th through July 22nd in downtown San Diego, and released new posters for the upcoming ninth season of TWD and second half of season four of FTWD.
AMC’s plans include a special 10th anniversary reunion of the Breaking Bad cast for a panel during Comic Con featuring cast members Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, Anna Gunn, RJ Mitte, Dean Norris, Betsy Brandt, Bob Odenkirk and Giancarlo Esposito set to take the stage. Bob Odenkirk and Giancarlo Esposito will be pulling double duty by also appearing on Better Call Saul‘s first ever San Diego Comic Con panel with co-stars Rhea Seehorn, Patrick Fabian, and Michael Mando.
AMC’s 2018 San Diego Comic Con Panels and Special Activities:
Better Call Saul
Panel from 3:30pm-4:30pm on Thursday, July 19 in Hall H. Better Call Saul panelists include cast members Bob Odenkirk, Giancarlo Esposito, Rhea Seehorn, Patrick Fabian and Michael Mando, along with Executive Producers and Showrunners Vince Gilligan and Peter Gould. The panel will be moderated by Bill Burr.
Breaking Bad
Panel at 4:30pm-5:30pm on Thursday, July 19 in Hall H. Breaking Bad panelists include cast members Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, Anna Gunn, RJ Mitte, Dean Norris, Betsy Brandt, Bob Odenkirk and Giancarlo Esposito, along with series creator Vince Gilligan. The panel will be moderated by Bill Burr.
Fear the Walking Dead
Panel from 11:15am-12:15pm on Friday, July 20 in Hall H. “Fear the Walking Dead” panelists include cast members Colman Domingo, Alycia Debnam-Carey, Lennie James, Danay Garcia, Garret Dillahunt, Maggie Grace and Jenna Elfman, along with Executive Producers and Showrunners Andrew Chambliss and Ian Goldberg, Executive Producers Scott M. Gimple, Robert Kirkman, Gale Anne Hurd, Greg Nicotero and David Alpert. The panel will be moderated by Yvette Nicole Brown.
About Fear the Walking Dead – The first half of season four began with one figure huddled around a campfire, and ended with nine. Characters who started their journeys in isolation collided with each other in unexpected ways and found themselves in one of the last places they ever expected to be…together. In the back half of the season they will explore who they are now – as individuals and as part of the greater group – and how they will forge ahead. They will find themselves pitted against new adversaries – human, walker, and even nature itself. Theirs will be a journey wrought with danger, love, heartbreak, loss, and ultimately, hope.
The Walking Dead
Panel from 12:15pm-1:15pm on Friday, July 20 in Hall H. The Walking Dead panelists include cast members Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Lauren Cohan, Danai Gurira, Melissa McBride and Jeffrey Dean Morgan, along with Executive Producer and Showrunner Angela Kang, Executive Producers Scott M. Gimple, Robert Kirkman, Gale Anne Hurd, David Alpert and Executive Producer, Director and Special Effects Make-up Supervisor Greg Nicotero. The panel will be moderated by Yvette Nicole Brown.
About The Walking Dead – Based on the comic book series written by Robert Kirkman and published by Image Comics, The Walking Dead reigns as television’s most watched drama for adults 18-49 for a record-breaking six consecutive years. The Walking Dead tells the story of the months and years that follow after a zombie apocalypse, and follows a group of survivors, led by police officer Rick Grimes, who travel in search of a safe and secure home.
Preacher
Panel from 7:30pm-8:30pm on Friday, July 20 in Hall H. “Preacher” panelists include cast members Dominic Cooper, Ruth Negga and Joseph Gilgun, along with Executive Producer and Showrunner Sam Catlin and Executive Producers Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg.
About Preacher – In Season 3, Jesse Custer’s quest for God takes him back to the place he’s been avoiding his whole life: home. Jesse, Tulip, and Cassidy return to Angelville, the Louisiana Plantation where Jesse was raised, and find old grudges and deadly obligations await them. With the help of his friends — and a few enemies — Jesse will need to escape his past… because the future of the world depends on it.
Fan Activities:
• A red-carpet premiere screening event for Better Call Saul, featuring the series cast and producers. The Emmy®-nominated series returns for its fourth season on Monday, August 6.
• “Dead Quarters,” the official fan zone of The Walking Dead and Fear the Walking Dead. The immersive experience will feature a curated walk through of settings from both series, including The Sanctuary and a thrilling 22-foot Zombie slide, inspired by the one in Fear, as well as photo opportunities with the walker composter and Negan’s “flaming Lucille,” among other activities. Dead Quarters will be open July 19-21 from 11am to 6pm, and July 22 from 11am-4pm at 4th Avenue and L Street.
• A booth activation for The Walking Dead: Our World, AMC and Next Games’ new location-based, augmented reality mobile game, launching July 12. Convention attendees will have an opportunity to play the game in a unique Walking Dead-themed setting, fighting walkers with Rick, Daryl, Michonne and other characters from the series. In celebration of Comic-Con, The Walking Dead: Our World will also offer players an exclusive, limited-time “Comic-Con Special Encounter” in-game activation, which will reward players with guaranteed “Rare” or “Epic” characters from The Walking Dead series to add to their collections in the game.
In addition to hosting panels for Legion, Mayans M.C., and Archer, FX Networks confirmed they’re once again hosting the popular FXhibition at the San Diego Comic Con. The FXhibition will be set up in front of the San Diego Bayfront Hotel during Comic Con and will feature fan activities supporting Legion, Mayans M.C., and Archer, as well as American Horror Story and It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
Fans can register in advance for the special FXhibition by visiting FXSDCC.com.
The FXhibition will be open:
• Thursday July 19th, 12pm – 6pm
• Friday July 20th, 10am – 6pm
• Saturday July 21st, 10am – 6pm
• Sunday July 22nd, 10am – 2pm
Details on FX Network’s Special Interactive Exhibits:
FX’s recent Los Angeles-based pop-up “The LEGION Chamber” art instillation will make its Comic-Con debut, allowing cosplayers the thrilling opportunity to immerse themselves in an audiovisual experience commissioned by the internationally-acclaimed Marco Brambilla Studio. Once inside, participants will find themselves disconnected from the outside world -literally- and fully entrenched in the hypnotic digital realm of David Haller.
Fans will also have the opportunity to step inside the “AMERICAN HORROR STORY Eccentricities Gallery,” featuring a collection of art and oddities inspired by AHS lore. The experience is aided by Augmented Reality (AR) technology, which reveals the secrets behind the objects and clues to the series’ upcoming eighth installment.
MAYANS M.C. DECONSTRUCTED BIKE ZONE: The ultimate photo-op for biker fans. The deconstructed motorcycle is a bold display to introduce Mayans M.C., the highly-anticipated series from Kurt Sutter, creator of Sons of Anarchy. It will also feature a gallery of other acclaimed artists’ takes on the new series, including El Mac, David Flores and Oscar Magallanes.
ARCHER SOUND BOXES: Fans will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get inside the heads of their favorite Archer characters with this whimsical installation by capturing a photo of themselves inside suspended sound boxes adorned with character art. Each sound box features classic sound bites from the show.
SUNNY THE 13TH SUNSCREEN AND WATER STATIONS: FX will bring Camp Paddy’s Irish Pub to FXhibition in celebration of the upcoming 13th season of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia. The space will feature playful camp-themed elements including a photo op, sunscreen and water stations.
FX 3D Me: Any fan can become an FX hero: Just by stepping into a state-of-the-art 360-degree scanner that captures your picture from all angles, you’ll be transported into a digital art piece from your favorite show. Participating fans will also have an opportunity to get a physical 3D figurine model of themselves.
Alien spaceships buzz airports and are trying to communicate using math in the first official trailer for the sci-fi film, UFO. Sony’s releasing the drama straight-to-video, bypassing a theatrical release. The two-minute trailer confirms that was the right move on the studio’s part.
Gillian Anderson (The X-Files) returns to the world of strange otherworldly phenomena with a starring role in the home video release. The cast of UFO also includes Alex Sharp (How to Talk to Girls at Parties), Ella Purnell (Sweetbitter, Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children), and Oscar nominee David Strathairn (Good Night, and Good Luck). Ryan Eslinger (When a Man Falls in the Forest) wrote and directed the sci-fi thriller.
UFO was produced by Jeffery Sharp, Tom Rice, and Evan Hayes, with Jim Kohlberg, Siegfried Harris, and Dan Kaplow serving as executive producers. Eslinger’s behind the scenes team includes director of photography Ryan Samul, editor Brendan Walsh, and production designer Jennifer Klide.
Sony Home Entertainment will be releasing UFO on video on September 4, 2018.
The Plot: Derek (Alex Sharp) a brilliant college student, haunted by a childhood UFO sighting, believes that mysterious sightings reported at multiple airports across the United States are UFO’s. With the help of his girlfriend, Natalie (Ella Purnell), and his advanced mathematics professor, Dr. Hendricks (X-Files’ Gillian Anderson), Derek races to unravel the mystery with FBI special agent Franklin Ahls (David Strathairn) on his heels.
TLC’s introducing a few special twists to the upcoming new season of Four Weddings. Set to premiere on Saturday, July 21, 2018, Four Weddings will air in a new two-hour format. It will also feature four brides who are either close friends or family members rather than strangers.
“TLC is the premier destination and trusted source for all things wedding, and our passionate fans continue to say ‘I Do’ to our wedding content,” stated Howard Lee, President and General Manager of TLC. “We put this genre on the map with signature long-running franchises like Say Yes to the Dress and we are proud to bring back fan favorite Four Weddings, inviting audiences to fall in love all over again.”
The revival of the fan-favorite series will air on Saturdays at 9pm ET/PT. Viewers will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite brides during the premiere episode at Facebook.com/FourWeddings.
Details on Four Weddings: “In the series’ new two-hour format, these blushing brides, who are all getting married around the same time, will evaluate each other’s weddings based on six categories: venue, food, dress, entertainment, originality and overall experience. The bride with the highest score will win an all-expenses-paid honeymoon for herself and her husband.
With such a considerable prize on the line, the veils are coming off as the brides engage in some friendly competition and naturally try to one-up each other in their quest to nab the top prize. Fans will tag along with the brides as they plan and shop for every element of their weddings, including the dress, the cake, the decorations and more. From a countryside barn, to a winter wonderland extravaganza, to twists and turns never-before-seen on FOUR WEDDINGS, this season is full of hilarious, emotional and unforgettable moments that will captivate viewers through the last dance.
In the premiere episode, fans will be introduced to four St. Louis brides with strong family ties. Far from traditional, Maggie goes for an outdoor December wedding while her soon-to-be sister-in-law, Ashley, goes full-on glitz and wedding glam. Family friend Lexi is staking it all on her celebrity chef’s extravagant desserts and Cousin Kat believes it’s not a wedding until everyone is on the dance floor! These brides are always there for each other through thick and thin, but will their relationships remain intact after they go head-to-head to win a honeymoon to a surprise destination?”
