IFC and R. Kelly are teaming up for more episodes of the “hip hopera” Trapped in the Closet. The series will return with new episodes in 2014, so says IFC President and General Manager Jennifer Caserta. And all 33 previous chapters of the series will air on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at 5:15pm ET/PT.
“R. Kelly is an enormously talented artist and his creativity is on full display in Trapped in the Closet,” said Caserta. “We are fortunate to be his partner in this one-of-a-kind project that has captivated viewers and can’t wait to bring the next chapters of Trapped to IFC.”
R. Kelly stars in, executive produces, co-directs, and created the series. Per the network: “Born entirely from his creative vision, characters Sylvester, Rufus, Cathy, Tina, Roxanne, Rosie the Nosy Neighbor, Randolph, Twan, Pimp Lucius, Dr. Perry, Reverend Moseley, and kingpin Beeno all return to this epic saga with more secrets, infidelity and unyielding passion for saving their relationships.”
20th Century Fox unveiled a new trailer for the horror film Devil’s Due heading to theaters on January 17, 2014. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, Devil’s Due stars Allison Miller, Zach Gilford, and Sam Anderson.
The Plot:
After a mysterious, lost night on their honeymoon, a newlywed couple finds themselves dealing with an earlier-than-planned pregnancy. While recording everything for posterity, the husband begins to notice odd behavior in his wife that they initially write off to nerves, but, as the months pass, it becomes evident that the dark changes to her body and mind have a much more sinister origin.
One thing Paramount Pictures is definitely not doing is letting Anchorman 2: The Legend Continue slip quietly into theaters. Will Ferrell is everywhere in character as Ron Burgundy promoting this comedy sequel, showing up to do legitimate news, sports news, starring in commercials, etc etc etc. Is it too much? Maybe.
But for those who haven’t already gotten tired of Ferrell as Ron Burgundy, check out the new clip featuring Ron getting the scoop on a new 24-hour news channel.
The Plot:
With the 70’s behind him, San Diego’s top-rated newsman, Ron Burgundy (Will Ferrell), returns to the news desk. Also back for more are Ron’s co-anchor and wife, Veronica Corningstone (Christina Applegate), weatherman Brick Tamland (Steve Carell), man on the street Brian Fantana (Paul Rudd) and sports guy Champ Kind (David Koechner) – All of whom won’t make it easy to stay classy…while taking the nation’s first 24-hour news channel by storm.
Leann Rimes (Photo Credit: Fox / Scott Kirkland/PictureGroup)Fox has announced the final acts set to take the stage on the American Country Awards (ACA) taking place on December 10, 2013 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. The ACAs, set to air at 8pm ET/PT, will include just-announced performances by Leann Rimes, Justin Moore, Randy Houser and Thomas Rhett. They join the list of already announced performers that includes Brad Paisley, Lady Antebellum, Florida Georgia Line, Jake Owen, Kellie Pickler, and Sheryl Crow, and Darius Rucker.
Luke Bryan, Jewel and Dwight Yoakam are scheduled to appear and the list of presenters includes Trevor Brazile, Shada Brazile, Sara Evans, Billy Gibbons, Cowboy Troy, Big Smo, Dan King, Scotty McCreery, Matthew Morrison, Thompson Square, Chris Young, COlivia Newton-John, Joe Nichols, Lauren Alaina, Clay Walker and Parmalee. Trace Adkins and Danica Patrick will be hosting the two-hour awards show.
Voting is still open at www.theacas.com for the Artist of the Year.
Disney on Ice Rockin’ Ever After (Photo Credit: Disney on Ice)
It’s that time of year again when the leaves change color, the weather changes from hot sunny days to cold and cloudy with a chance of rain and snow (depending on where you live) and let’s not forget the return of Disney On Ice. Yes, Disney On Ice is back again with a new show called “Disney On Ice: Rockin Ever After.” This year, Merida from Disney/Pixar’s movie Brave will make her debut and show fans of the film what she can do on the ice.
Here are the details on the Southern California dates for “Disney On Ice: Rockin’ Ever After”:
World-class skaters will bring to life moments from Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Tangled, and – of course – Brave in this new show. ‘Royal contenders’ will compete for the heart of Merida while skating to a Scottish jib. And The Little Mermaid‘s Sebastian will toss off his shell to skate with Ariel. Also spotlighted during this new Disney On Ice show will be Beast showing off for Belle as well as ‘hooligans’ causing mayhem during a visit with Rapunzel and Flynn.
Los Angeles
WHEN: Wednesday, December 11 – Sunday, December 15
o Wednesday, December 11 – 7:30PM
o Thursday, December 12 – 7:30PM
o Friday, December 13 – 11:30AM & 7:30PM
o Saturday, December 14 – 11:00AM, 3:00PM & 7:00PM
o Sunday, December 15 – 11:00AM, 3:00PM & 7:00PM
WHERE: STAPLES Center – 1111 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles 90015
Disney on Ice Rockin Ever After Cast (Photo Credit: Disney on Ice)
Anaheim
WHEN: Tuesday, December 17 – Sunday, December 22
o Tuesday, December 17 – 7:30PM
o Wednesday, December 18 – 7:30PM
o Thursday, December 19 – 10:30AM & 7:30PM
o Friday, December 20 – 1:30PM & 7:30PM
o Saturday, December 21 – 11:00AM, 3:00PM & 7:00PM
o Sunday, December 22 – 11:00AM, 3:00PM & 7:00PM
WHERE: Honda Center – 2695 E. Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92806
Ontario
WHEN: Wednesday, December 25 – Sunday, December 29
o Wednesday, December 25 – 6:00PM
o Thursday, December 26 – 7:00PM
o Friday, December 27 – 12:00PM & 7:00PM
o Saturday, December 28 – 11:00AM, 3:00PM & 7:00PM
o Sunday, December 29 – 1:00PM & 5:00PM
WHERE: Citizens Business Bank Arena – 4000 Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario, CA 91764
Long Beach
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1 – Sunday, January 5
o Wednesday, January 1 – 6:00PM
o Thursday, January 2 – 7:30PM
o Friday, January 3 – 11:30am & 7:30PM
o Saturday, January 4 – 11:00AM, 3:00PM & 7:00PM
o Sunday, January 5 – 11:00AM, 3:00PM & 7:00PM
WHERE: Long Beach Arena – 300 E. Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802-4825
What did you think of NBC’s ambitious live production of The Sound of Music? The major complaint wasn’t the staging or even the fact that no version can live up to the film starring the wonderful and talented Julie Andrews, it was that Carrie Underwood simply can not act.
Underwood’s got a beautiful voice, but the network probably would have been better served getting an actress who can sing rather than going with a singer who doesn’t act.
Following the big announcement of a March 14, 2014 release date (almost exactly one year after the launch of the Kickstarter campaign), Veronica Mars is showing off a clip. The scene finds Kristen Bell as Veronica, Percy Daggs III as Wallace, and Tina Majorino as Mac reluctantly returning to Neptune High for their 10-year reunion.
NBC will air the 11th annual WWE Tribute to the Troops holiday special on December 28, 2013 at 8pm ET/PT. The annual holiday event honors the men and women who serve in the U.S. armed forces and will feature Daughtry, Jeff Dunham, and WWE superstars and divas. “Shout-outs” from Will Ferrell, Bruce Willis, Ryan Seacrest, Christina Applegate and Stephen Colbert will be included in the Tribute to the Troops.
The special is being taped at the Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington, the largest operational base in the world.
“Tribute to the Troops is WWE’s way of thanking those who have sacrificed so much for our country as well as those who continue to defend our freedom today,” stated WWE Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Vince McMahon. “We are proud to continue this annual tradition with our partners at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Governor Inslee.”
In addition to the celebration at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WWE is sending Big Show and R-Truth along with WWE Divas Eva Marie and Alicia Fox overseas to bring holiday cheer to troops spending the holidays far from home.
Skeet Ulrich, Christian Kane, and William Devane star in the dramatic movie 50 to 1 which has just released an official film poster. Coming to theaters on March 21, 2014, 50 to 1 was directed by Jim Wilson (Whirlygirl, Head Above Water) and also features Todd Lowe, Madelyn Deutch, and David Atkinson.
The Plot:
50 to 1 is about a misfit group of New Mexico cowboys who find themselves on the journey of a lifetime when their crooked-footed racehorse qualifies for the Kentucky Derby. The cowboys face a series of mishaps on their way to Churchill Downs, becoming the ultimate underdogs in a final showdown with the world’s racing elite.
Nominations will be announced on Thursday, January 16, 2014, at 5:30am PT.
The 10 Remaining Contenders:
Elysium Gravity
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
Iron Man 3
The Lone Ranger
Oblivion
Pacific Rim
Star Trek Into Darkness
Thor: The Dark World
World War Z
The 86th Academy Awards will take place on March 2, 2014 at the Dolby Theatre® at Hollywood & Highland Center®.
Source: Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
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