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‘Once Upon a Time’ Renewed for Season 7: Who’s Returning?

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Rebecca Murray
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Once Upon a Time Season 6 episode 19
Jennifer Morrison, Lana Parrilla, Emilie de Ravin, and Robert Carlyle in ‘Once Upon a Time’ (ABC/Jack Rowand)

ABC confirmed Once Upon a Time will return for a seventh season and series creators Adam Horowitz and Edward Kitsis say this upcoming season will reboot the show. Many fan favorites won’t be returning, including Jennifer Morrison who stars as Emma and whose journey as the Savior has been the focus of series since its premiere.


“The past six years of collaborating with Jennifer as Emma Swan have been truly magical. Watching her breathe life into Emma, she accomplished more than we could have dreamed possible — she gave life to a brand-new Disney Princess, filled with strength and intelligence and an incredible closet full of red leather jackets,” stated Horowitz and Kitsis about Morrison’s exit from Once Upon a Time.

Also unlikely to return are Ginnifer Goodwin and Josh Dallas who star as Snow White and Prince Charming in the fantasy series, as well as Emilie de Ravin who plays Belle. And Rebecca Mader, who plays Zelena, has now confirmed she will not be a part of season seven. Mader and de Ravin posted lengthy messages to fans on Instagram thanking them for their support of the show and their characters.

To my Darling Pretties, First of all I would like to start by congratulating Adam, Eddie, Lana, Bobby and Colin on the pick up of Once Upon A Time! I am truly happy for you all and most importantly for the fans that will get to keep tuning in each week to see where they will take us. A lot of you have been asking if I will be joining everyone in Season 7, so I wanted to let you know personally that unfortunately I am not. This wasn't my choice but a creative decision of the shows that I totally respect and understand. The most important thing is that you all know how much you mean to me. I am told frequently both online and in person that by being a part of such a special show I have in some way changed someone's life. This is hugely meaningful to me. I am here to let you know that I am the one who has been changed. Not just by playing such a well written multi-dimensional character but by the fandom itself. I have heard your stories, your pain, your struggles, your achievements and I have truly felt you. I have learned. I have grown. I am a better person because of you, the fans and everyone that blessed me with this opportunity to play such an iconic role. Congrats all and thank you! I look forward to the next. I invite you to come with me on this journey. I am forever changed. And I'm wicked. And Wicked Always Wins. Forever yours, Bex ????

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The season seven reboot will move the story forward a few years and center on Lana Parrilla (‘Regina’), Robert Carlyle (‘Rumple/Gold’), and Colin O’Donoghue (‘Captain Hook/Killian Jones’). Season six episode 20 ended with the much-anticipated Hook and Emma wedding, and fans had hoped for a happy ending for the couple. With the exit of Morrison for the upcoming season, that happy ending appears to have been cut short.

Horowitz and Kitsis haven’t divulged details on season seven, however it’s been revealed Andrew J. West (The Walking Dead) and Alison Fernandez (Jane the Virgin) will be joining the show. West is expected to play an older version of Henry, so Jared Gilmore is also exiting. Season six will finish up with a two-hour two-part finale airing on May 14, 2017.

Season 6 The Final Battle Plot: Henry awakens to a cursed Storybrooke and discovers Emma has been in the mental hospital, and the Black Fairy is the new mayor. Henry attempts to help Emma regain her memory while Gold tries to find out what has really happened to Belle. Meanwhile, Snow, Charming, Regina, Zelena and Hook are trapped in a crumbling Fairy Tale Land and desperately try to figure out a way to be reunited with Emma and Henry.




‘The 100’ Season 4 Episode 12 Preview: The Chosen Photos and Trailer

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Rebecca Murray
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The 100 Season 4 Episode 12
Marie Avgeropoulos as Octavia in ‘The 100’ season 4 episode 12 (Credit: Diyah Pera © 2017 The CW Network)

The CW’s The 100 killed off another major character in season four episode 11, however in this particular case the death wasn’t unexpected. Jasper opted out, with his fellow partiers also saying no to a chance to stay alive in the bunker. He and Monty were able to have an emotional good-bye before Jasper closed his eyes for the final time. (We’ll miss you, Devon Bostick!) Only Harper chose love and and life over a quick death and will head to the bunker with Monty. Meanwhile, Raven is visited by the dead Sinclair who helps her figure out she needs to reset her brain by dying and bringing herself back to life.

Of course, episode 11’s main storyline focused on Clarke and Jaha’s decision to shut the bunker’s doors with only Skaikru inside. Octavia and Kane are locked out along with all the other clans, and Bellamy is determined to open the door and let them in. His determination earns him a stay locked up in cell, but he manages to escape and with Abby’s help, he makes it all the way to the door before Clarke stops him. Bellamy pleads his case, Clarke gives in, and with tears in her eyes she lowers her gun. After the clans have made their way into the bunker, Octavia declares all clans will have to select 100 people and one of Skaikru’s must be Bellamy.


Next up, season four episode 12 titled ‘The Chosen.’ Directed by Alex Kalymnios from a script by Aaron Ginsburg and Wade McIntrye, ‘The Chosen’ will air on May 17, 2017.

The 100‘s season four cast includes Eliza Taylor as Clarke, Bob Morley as Bellamy, Marie Avgeropoulos as Octavia, Devon Bostick as Jasper, Lindsey Morgan as Raven, Henry Ian Cusick as Marcus, Christopher Larkin as Monty, Richard Harmon as Murphy, Zach McGowan as Roan, Paige Turco as Abby, Isaiah Washington as Jaha, Chai Hansen as Ilian, and Luisa D’Oliveira as Emori.

‘The Chosen’ Plot: CLARKE LEADS A GROUP TO SAVE A FRIEND — Jaha (Washington) and Kane (Cusick) disagree over how to handle their grim reality. Meanwhile, Clarke (Taylor) leads a group to save a friend.

The 100 Season 4 Episode 12
Isaiah Washington as Jaha (Credit: Diyah Pera © 2017 The CW Network)
The 100 Season 4 Episode 12
Adina Porter as Indra (Credit: Diyah Pera © 2017 The CW Network)
The 100 Season 4 Episode 12
Henry Ian Cusick as Kane (Credit: Diyah Pera © 2017 The CW Network)
The 100 Season 4 Episode 12
Paige Turco as Abby (Credit: Diyah Pera © 2017 The CW Network)
The 100 Season 4 Episode 12
Marie Avgeropoulos as Octavia and Adina Porter as Indra (Credit: Diyah Pera © 2017 The CW Network)

‘The Good Doctor’ Starring Freddie Highmore Picked Up at ABC

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Rebecca Murray
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The Good Doctor Star Freddie Highmore

Following an incredible five year run as Norman Bates on Bates Motel, Freddie Highmore is ready to commit to a new series. Next up for Highmore is a starring in the medical drama The Good Doctor which has just earned a spot on ABC’s primetime lineup for the upcoming 2017-2018 season.

The series also stars Richard Schiff, Nicholas Gonzalez, Beau Garrett, Antonia Thomas, Chuku Modu, Irene Keng, and Hill Harper.

The Good Doctor is based on a South Korean format and will be executive produced by Daniel Dae Kim (Hawaii Five-O) and David Shore (House).

The Plot: San Jose St. Bonaventure Hospital is about to employ a new surgeon, 25-year-old Shaun Murphy; a young man unlike any doctor they’ve ever hired before, which is causing problems for the Board of Directors. Shaun is autistic. He also has savant syndrome, which means that while he has real and fundamental difficulties communicating and connecting, he is also a genius with almost perfect recall. Growing up wasn’t easy–he was bullied by kids as well as his own father. But when he was 14 years old, his genius attracted the attention of Dr. Ira Glassman who mentored him and now wants to hire him.

Although he’s President of the hospital, Glassman still needs to convince key players that Shaun is the right person for the job. There’s Allegra Alexis, who controls the Board’s purse strings; Jessica Preston, whose grandfather started the hospital; and Horace Andrews, Head of Surgery who considers Shaun too big a risk for his department to take on.

When Shaun uses his encyclopedic medical knowledge to save a young boy’s life, his detractors cannot deny he has the knowledge to be a great surgeon. But while his knowledge saved a life today, his lack of judgment could cost a life tomorrow. A surgeon must inspire confidence in patients and in their fellow doctors. Can Shaun do that? Can he successfully work with the tough, brilliant surgeon Dr. Neil Melendez, or form an effective team with the medical residents like Elle Mclean, Jared Unger and Claire Brown.




Kelly Clarkson Confirmed for ‘The Voice’ Season 14

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Rebecca Murray
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Blake Shelton and Kelly Clarkson
Blake Shelton and Kelly Clarkson (Photo by: Justin Lubin/NBC)

American Idol and three-time Grammy Award winner Kelly Clarkson is set to take on the job of coaching singers on season 14 of The Voice. Clarkson will be joining returning coaches Blake Shelton and Adam Levine on the 14th season of the popular competition series, with the remaining coach to be named at a later date.

On May 10, 2017, NBC announced the coaching panel for season 13 would consist of Adam Levine, Blake Shelton, Miley Cyrus, and Jennifer Hudson. Season 13 will air this fall, with season 14 arriving in 2018.

“I’m so excited to join The Voice at NBC,” said Clarkson. “We’ve gone back and forth about a role as a coach for years, but the timing hasn’t been right until now. I have always loved appearing on the show as an adviser or performer and established an amazing relationship with the network during my Christmas special. I can’t wait to turn my chair and see the faces of up-and-coming artists and provide them with the help and support they’ve needed to break into the industry. Watch out Shelton, I’m comin’ to win!!”


“Kelly has been a part of The Voice family for many years as an adviser and performer. We are thrilled she has chosen to join us as a coach to mentor the next generation through our unique vocal boot camp,” stated Paul Telegdy, President, Alternative and Reality Group, NBC Entertainment. “Every time Kelly Clarkson sings you are reminded what an incredible voice really is. We are looking forward to the sound of Kelly Clarkson on The Voice.”

Kelly Clarkson’s sold more than 21 million albums and earned a spot in the top 10 on Billboard’s Hot 100 singles chart with 10 of her singles. In addition to her three Grammy wins, Clarkson’s also earned four American Music Awards, three MTV Video Music Awards, two Academy of Country Music Awards, and one CMA Award.




Disney’s ‘Zombies’ Original Movie Musical Starts Filming

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Rebecca Murray
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Zombies stars Milo Manheim and Meg Donnelly
Milo Manhein and Meg Donnelly star in ‘Zombies’ (Photos Courtesy of Disney Channel)

Disney Channel’s joining the zombie craze with the original movie Zombies from director Jeffrey Hornaday (Teen Beach Movie). Filming has just gotten underway on the musical written by David Light, Joseph Raso, and Josh Cagan. Christopher Scott is choreographing Zombies and director Hornaday and Effie Brown (Star) are executive producing.

Announcing the start of production Adam Bonnett, executive vice president, Original Programming, Disney Channels Worldwide, said, “We’re thrilled to be working with Jeffrey Hornaday again to bring this new world of zombies and cheerleading to life. Jeffrey and Chris Scott have delivered some of our most memorable musical sequences on Disney Channel; and now with Effie Brown on board as an executive producer, we are excited to deliver this inspirational story about tolerance, inclusion, individuality, and conviction – each relatable themes for our viewers.”

The cast includes Meg Donnelly as Addison, Milo Manheim as Zed, Trevor Tordjman as Addison’s cousin and head cheerleader Bucky, Kylee Russell as Zed’s zombie best friend Eliza, and Carla Jeffery as Addison’s friend Bree. Zombies is targeting a 2018 Disney Channel premiere.

The Plot: Zombies is a music- and dance-filled story about a groundbreaking semester at Seabrook High School; the pride and joy of Seabrook, a suburban town preoccupied with uniformity, traditions and pep rallies. That is until transfer students from Zombietown integrate into the school and a cheerleader and zombie football star, Addison and Zed, fall in love. Now, amid chaos and confusion, it’s up to them to lead their community to coexistence.




‘American Gods’ Earns an Early Season 2 Renewal

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Rebecca Murray
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American Gods Ricky Whittle and Ian McShane
Ian McShane and Ricky Whittle in ‘American Gods’ episode 1 (Photo Credit: Starz)

After just two episodes of season one have aired, Starz has announced it’s renewed American Gods for a second season. The dramatic series is based on Neil Gaiman’s bestselling book and thus far its first episode has been watched by over 5 million viewers since its premiere on April 30, 2017. Gaiman is involved as an executive producer and Bryan Fuller (Hannibal) and Michael Green (Logan) are writers/showrunners. Fuller, Green, Adam Kane, and series director David Slade also executive produce.

American Gods stars Ricky Whittle as Shadow Moon, Ian McShane as Mr. Wednesday, Emily Browning as Laura Moon, Pablo Schreiber as Mad Sweeney, and Yetide Badaki as Bilquis. The cast also includes Bruce Langley as Technical Boy, Crispin Glover as Mr. World, Orlando Jones as Mr. Nancy, Gillian Anderson as Media, Kristin Chenoweth as Easter, Jonathan Tucker as Low Key Lyesmith, Cloris Leachman as Zorya Vechernyaya, Peter Stormare as Czernobog, Chris Obi as Anubis, Demore Barnes as Mr. Ibis, Corbin Bernsen as Vulcan, and Mousa Kraish as The Jinn.


“Bryan Fuller, Michael Green and Neil Gaiman have evolved the art form of television narratively, structurally and graphically with American Gods, and we’re thrilled to be working again with these artists as they continue to build the worlds and wars of the gods,” said Carmi Zlotnik, president of programming for Starz.

“American Gods has been a ground-breaking series born out of belief and it’s thrilling to be partnered with Starz to continue this ambitious story. Neil Gaiman, Bryan Fuller and Michael Green have ignited a conversation through cinematic magic, presented through a diverse ensemble of actors that continue to keep us engaged and inspired,” added Craig Cegielski, Co-CEO of FremantleMedia North America.

The Plot: Adapted from the award-winning novel, American Gods posits a different kind of war brewing—one between Old Gods and New. The traditional Old Gods, with mythological roots from around the world, fear irrelevance as their believers die off or are seduced by the money, technology, and celebrity offered by the New Gods. Shadow Moon (Whittle) is an ex-con who, left adrift by the recent death of his wife, becomes bodyguard and traveling partner to conman Mr. Wednesday (McShane). But in truth, Mr. Wednesday is a powerful old deity, on a cross-country mission to build an army and reclaim his lost glory.

More on American Gods:
– American Gods Season 1 Episode 1 Recap
– American Gods Season 1 Episode 2 Recap
– American Gods Season 1 Episode 3 Recap




‘Mad Men’s Christina Hendricks to Star in ‘The Strangers 2’

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Rebecca Murray
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Christina Hendricks stars in The Strangers 2
Christina Hendricks (Photo Courtesy of BLOOM)

Emmy nominated Mad Men star Christina Hendricks, Once Upon a Time‘s Bailee Madison, and Aftermath‘s Lewis Pullman will star in the horror/thriller The Strangers 2, directed by Johannes Roberts (47 Meters Down). The sequel to 2008’s The Strangers is written by the original film’s writer/director Bryan Bertino and Ben Ketai, and filming is expected to take place in Los Angeles beginning on May 30, 2017.

Wayne Marc Godfrey, Robert Jones, Mark Lane, and James Harris are on board as producers, and Trevor Macy is executive producing.

BLOOM announced the casting and will be handling foreign sales. The Fyzz Facility Pictures and Relativity Media are backing the project and Aviron is set to distribute the film in Canada and the United States.

The Strangers opened in theaters on May 30, 2008 and starred Liv Tyler, Scott Speedman, Gemma Ward, Kip Weeks, and Glenn Howerton. The R-rated thriller opened to $21 million domestically and went on to gross $82 million worldwide before exiting theaters.

The Strangers 2 Plot: The Strangers 2 follows a family whose road trip takes a turn when they arrive at a secluded mobile home park and after the power goes out they decide to hunker down for the night in a borrowed trailer. Under the cover of darkness three familiar masked psychopaths pay them a visit to test their every limit.




Superman Prequel and George R.R. Martin Projects Join Syfy’s Programming Slate

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Rebecca Murray
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Krypton

Syfy announced it’s moving forward on the Superman prequel, Krypton, and the graphic novel adaptation, Happy!, starring Christopher Meloni. The network also confirmed it has Nightflyers based on George R.R. Martin’s novella in development. Both Krypton and Happy! will be included in Syfy’s 2017-2018 lineup along with returning series The Expanse, The Magicians, 12 Monkeys, Killjoys, and Channel Zero.

Nightflyers will be executive produced by Gene Klein (Suits), David Bartis (Mr. and Mrs. Smith), Doug Liman (Suits), Alison Rosenzweig (Jacob’s Ladder), Michael Gaeta (Jacob’s Ladder), Lloyd Ivan Miller, Alice P. Neuhauser, and Jeff Buhler. Buhler is writing the adaptation and Robert Jaffe is producing.


“SYFY is partnering with the biggest names in the business to tell the boldest stories in the sci-fi world, and I can’t think of any bigger and bolder than Krypton, Happy! and Nightflyers,” said Chris McCumber, President, Entertainment Networks, NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment.

Krypton Details: Set two generations before the destruction of the legendary Man of Steel’s home planet, Krypton follows Superman’s grandfather (Cameron Cuffe) – whose House of El was ostracized and shamed – as he fights to redeem his family’s honor and save his beloved world from chaos. Based on DC characters, Krypton is from Warner Horizon Scripted Television and is executive produced by David S. Goyer (The Dark Knight trilogy) through his Phantom Four banner. Damian Kindler (Sleepy Hollow) will serve as executive producer and showrunner.

In addition to Cuffe, Krypton stars Georgina Campbell (Broadchurch), Elliot Cowan (Da Vinci’s Demons), Ann Ogbomo (World War Z), Rasmus Hardiker (Your Highness), Wallis Day (Will), Aaron Pierre (Tennison), and Ian McElhinney (Game of Thrones). The pilot teleplay was written by Goyer and Kindler, from a story by Ian Goldberg & Goyer, with Colm McCarthy serving as director and co-executive producer. Krypton is based on characters created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, published by DC.

Happy! Details: Universal Cable Productions’ Happy! is based on New York Times best-selling author Grant Morrison and Darick Robertson’s graphic novel of the same name. The series follows Nick Sax (Christopher Meloni) – an intoxicated, corrupt ex-cop turned hit man – who is adrift in a world of casual murder, soulless sex and betrayal. After a hit gone wrong, his inebriated life is forever changed by a tiny, relentlessly positive, imaginary blue winged horse named “Happy” (Bobby Moynihan).

Executive producers Grant Morrison (Batman) and Brian Taylor (Crank) co-wrote the pilot teleplay. Neal Moritz, Pavun Shetty and Toby Jaffe of Original Film, Meloni and showrunner Patrick Macmanus will also executive produce. Taylor directed the pilot.

Nightflyers Detail: SYFY and Universal Cable Productions are developing a supernatural thriller based on author George R.R. Martin’s (Game of Thrones) epic novel Nightflyers. Set in the future on the eve of Earth’s destruction, a crew of explorers journey on the most advanced ship in the galaxy, The Nightflyer, to intercept a mysterious alien spacecraft that might hold the key to their survival. As the crew nears their destination, they discover that the ship’s artificial intelligence and never-seen captain may be steering them into deadly and unspeakable horrors deep in the dark reaches of space.




‘Baby Driver’ Shows Off a New Poster

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Rebecca Murray
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Baby Driver Poster

Sony’s just unveiled a new colorful poster for Baby Driver directed by Edgar Wright. Wright’s much-anticipated action thriller was a breakout hit at this year’s SXSW and currently sits at 100% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes. Baby Driver blends two of Wright’s passions – music and action – and features 35 songs backing heart-pounding action sequences created without CG or greenscreen. The cast is led by Ansel Elgort and includes Lily James, Jon Hamm, Kevin Spacey, Jon Bernthal, Eiza Gonzalez, and Jamie Foxx.

Sony’s set to launch the film in theaters on June 28, 2017.

The Baby Driver Plot: A talented, young getaway driver (Elgort) relies on the beat of his personal soundtrack to be the best in the game. When he meets the girl of his dreams (James), Baby sees a chance to ditch his criminal life and make a clean getaway. But after being coerced into working for a crime boss (Spacey), he must face the music when a doomed heist threatens his life, love and freedom.





‘Power’ Season 4 Trailer Starring Omari Hardwick

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Rebecca Murray
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Power star Omari Hardwick
Omari Hardwick in ‘Power’ season four (Photo Courtesy of Starz)

The official trailer has arrived for season four of Starz’s dramatic series, Power. The nearly two-minute trailer lays out Ghost’s situation and how his friends and enemies react to Ghost’s legal troubles. The season four cast includes Omari Hardwick as drug kingpin James ‘Ghost’ St. Patrick; Joseph Sikora as Tommy Egan, Ghost’s brother in arms in the drug business; Naturi Naughton as Tasha St. Patrick, Ghost’s wife; and Lela Loren as Assistant U.S. Attorney Angela Valdes, Ghost’s first love. Season four will consist of 10 one-hour episodes that will premiere on June 25, 2017.

Power was created by Courtney A. Kemp. Kemp serves as showrunner and executive produces along with Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson, Mark Canton, Randall Emmett, and Gary Lennon.

The Power Season Four Plot: The new season will pick up on the heels of James “Ghost” St. Patrick’s highly publicized arrest by his ex-girlfriend, Assistant U.S. Attorney Angela Valdes, for the murder of FBI Agent Greg Knox – a crime he did not commit. Ghost can’t outrun his past choices and mounting enemies this season, which threaten his freedom and his family’s safety at every turn. His fight for redemption brings him face-to-face with the Feds, the media, new allies, and old foes. But the biggest obstacle for Ghost remains himself and his internal struggle between the man he wants to be and the one he really is. Power is a visionary drama that straddles the glamorous Manhattan lifestyles of the rich and infamous and the underworld of the international drug trade.




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