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First Look: ‘Mr. Peabody & Sherman Trailer

Are you ready for a Mr. Peabody & Sherman movie? Do you even know who Mr. Peabody and Sherman are? 20th Century Fox is hoping the answer to both questions is yes as they’re set to bring the time travel adventure comedy to theaters in 3D on March 7, 2014. Directed by Rob Minkoff, the voice cast of the animated comedy includes Ty Burrell, Max Charles, Ariel Winter, Allison Janney, Stephen Colbert, Leslie Mann, Stanley Tucci, Patrick Warburton, Lake Bell, Zach Callison, and Dennis Haysbert.

Mr. Peabody, the most accomplished dog in the world, and his mischievous boy Sherman, use their time machine – The Wabac – to go on the most outrageous adventures known to man or dog. But when Sherman takes The Wabac out for a joyride to impress his friend Penny, they accidentally rip a hole in the universe, wreaking havoc on the most important events in world history. Before they forever alter the past, present and future, Mr. Peabody must come to their rescue, ultimately facing the most daunting challenge of any era: figuring out how to be a parent. Together, the time-traveling trio will make their mark on history.

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The News Crew Stands Tall on This New Anchorman 2 Poster

Paramount Pictures recently released details on the new Ron Burgundy/Anchorman-inspired Scotchy Scotch Scotch ice cream from Ben & Jerry’s and the studio also put out the second trailer for the comedy sequel starring Will Ferrell, Paul Rudd, Steve Carell, and David Koechner. Now Paramount’s unveiled the new poster for Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues coming to theaters on December 20, 2013.
 
The Plot:
 
With the ’70s behind him, San Diego’s top rated newsman, Ron Burgundy (Will Ferrell), returns to the news desk in Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues. 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 New York’s first 24-hour news channel by storm.
 

Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues Poster
Poster for 'Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues' (Poster © Paramount Pictures)

 
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First Photo: Sam Heughan in Outlander

Starz has just released the first official photo of Scottish actor Sam Heughan on the set of the new series Outlander. Pictured is Heughan in character as ‘Jamie Fraser’ in the small screen adaptation of Diana Gabaldon’s bestselling book series. Outlander‘s currently shooting in Scotland.
 
The Starz series is executive produced by Ronald D. Moore (Battlestar Galactica) and will premiere in 2014.
 

Sam Heughan as Jamie Fraser in 'Outlander'
Sam Heughan as Jamie Fraser in 'Outlander' (Photographer: Ed Miller Courtesy of © 2014 Sony Pictures Television Inc. All Rights Reserved.)

 
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Movie Review: ‘Bad Grandpa’

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Johnny Knoxville and Jackson Nicoll star in 'Bad Grandpa' (Photo © Paramount Pictures)

As a fan of the Jackass movies, the idea of taking Johnny Knoxville’s character of Irving Zisman and creating an entire movie around him piqued my curiosity. It also raised a bit of a red flag because part of what makes watching these guys so entertaining is that the comedy comes in quick bursts and if there ever is a lag or something a bit too gross for one’s taste, something different is coming in just another minute.

What people should know ahead of time about Bad Grandpa is that rather than being simply a series of pranks, there’s a loose story tying it all together. Zisman has recently lost his wife. His daughter is headed to jail and needs Grandpa to take her son (Jackson Nicoll) to live with the deadbeat baby daddy. The road trip provides them with a chance to bond … and create havoc as well of course.

Despite the framework of the movie, the core sensibilities of what makes Jackass fun are still there. Each stop along the way is met with Grandpa and young Billy doing something completely outrageous and hilarious while real and unsuspecting people end up their comedic casualties. Of course, some of that humor lands squarely on the other side of appropriateness but if you can’t handle that, you were never a Jackass fan.


Knoxville and Nicoll share a decent chemistry and it’s evident the veteran prankster enjoyed having a partner in crime that allowed a lot of leeway for how much he could get away with in relation to the average person. Nicoll must have has a blast being allowed to do practically anything he wanted and seemed rather fearless, even when obviously taking direction from someone else.

Saying much more would be pointless. You either enjoy Knoxville and his crew’s shenanigans or you don’t. I happen to find great joy in their tomfoolery and so this was a welcome hour and a half of laughs. I also enjoy the words “shenanigans” and “tomfoolery” so writing this review served two purposes. And if you do pop into the theater to see Bad Grandpa, don’t get up when the movie ends, there’s a ton of behind the scenes footage that run over the credits.

GRADE: B

Bad Grandpa opens in theaters on October 25, 2013 and is rated R for strong crude and sexual content throughout, language, some graphic nudity and brief drug use.

Florida Georgia Line and One Direction Set for ‘American Music Awards’

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The 2013 American Music Awards will find two acts making their AMA debuts on November 24, 2013. Florida Georgia Line and One Direction are both confirmed to perform on the awards show taking place at NOKIA Theatre L.A. Live and broadcast on ABC at 8pm ET/PT.

“Florida Georgia Line and One Direction have made an incredible impact over the past three years,” stated Larry Klein, producer of the American Music Awards. “We are thrilled to have them make their AMA debut performances this year.”

The annual awards show is voted on by music fans who cast their votes at AMAvote.com or via Twitter. Florida Georgia Line’s up for four awards this year (including New Artist of the Year) and One Direction is competing in two categories (Favorite Album and Favorite Band Duo or Group in the Pop/Rock category).

Coverage of the star-studded music event kicks off at 5pm ET/2pm PT with the “Coca-Cola Red Carpet LIVE! @ The 2013 AMAs” show with hosts Lance Bass, Rosie Pierri, Jordin Sparks, and Jenna Ushkowitz. Fifth Harmony, Jesse McCartney, and Kurt Hugo Schneider are set to perform during the pre-show event which will stream live online at Yahoo.com, TheAMAs.com, ABC.com, as well as other websites.

Details on Florida Georgia Line (Courtesy of dick clark productions)

Comprised of Tyler Hubbard (Monroe, Georgia) and Brian Kelley (Ormond Beach, Florida), Florida Georgia Line has skyrocketed since releasing consecutive, multi-week #1 smashes in the US and Canada with the GOLD-certified “Round Here,” PLATINUM-certified “Get Your Shine On” and 6X PLATINUM “Cruise.” FGL is the only artist in history to join Brooks & Dunn in having their first three singles hit #1 for multiple weeks each and their new emotionally-fueled single, “Stay,” is poised to follow in the success. On 11/25, FGL will release HERE’S TO THE GOOD TIMES…THIS IS HOW WE ROLL, a deluxe version of their chart-topping, PLATINUM-certified debut on Republic Nashville.

Garnering buzz among fans, media and several Superstars across genres – including Taylor Swift, Keith Urban and Ed Sheeran – the hot newcomers have taken home ACM and CMT Music Awards and garnered multiple TEEN CHOICE nominations. They are currently nominated for their first-ever AMA and CMA Awards, scoring spots in four categories at each. FGL is currently on their first headline run, HERE’S TO THE GOOD TIMES TOUR 2013, breaking venue sales records nationwide with sold-out shows on all stops to date.

Details on One Direction (Courtesy of dick clark productions)

One Direction – Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson – formed in 2010 and have since amassed a loyal fan base and fame all across the globe. With two albums to date, UP ALL NIGHT and TAKE ME HOME, they have impressively sold over 32 million records worldwide and have achieved a total of 61 number ones. It’s been an incredible year for One Direction as they took home a BRIT Award, 3 Billboard Music Awards, 6 Teen Choice Awards and received a moonman for Best Song Of The Summer at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards.

This Summer, One Direction made their movie debut with their massive hit 3D concert movie and documentary One Direction: This Is Us. The film has been a phenomenal success, topping the UK and US box offices and grossing an incredible $67 Million worldwide. The band will release their third studio album MIDNIGHT MEMORIES on November 25th which includes the worldwide smash hit “Best Song Ever” and the upcoming single “Story Of My Life.”

‘Eastbound and Down’ Season 4 November Episode Guide

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Danny McBride and Cullen Moss in ‘Eastbound & Down’ (Photo: Fred Norris/HBO)

HBO’s comedy series Eastbound & Down comes to an end in November with the final three episodes of the series. Heading into the final three episodes, HBO’s released details on what fans can expect as we say goodbye to Kenny and April.

EASTBOUND & DOWN NOVEMBER 2013 EPISODES

Episode #27: “Chapter 27”
Debut: SUNDAY, NOV. 3 (10:00-10:30 p.m. ET/PT)
Other HBO playdates: Nov. 3 (midnight), 4 (10:30 p.m.), 5 (10:30 p.m.), 6 (12:30 a.m.) and 8 (midnight)
HBO2 playdates: Nov. 7 (11:00 a.m.) and 9 (9:00 p.m., 3:10 a.m.)
Kenny (Danny McBride) gets rattled when Guy (Ken Marino) introduces a wild card to the show. Stevie (Steve Little) recruits Maria (Elizabeth De Razzo) to help promote Kenny’s side business. April (Katy Mixon) reaches the end of her rope with “Famous Kenny.”
Written by Jody Hill & Danny McBride & Carson Mell; directed by David Gordon Green.

Episode #28: “Chapter 28”
Debut: SUNDAY, NOV. 10 (10:00-10:30 p.m.)
Other HBO playdates: Nov. 10 (midnight), 11 (11:15 p.m.), 12 (10:30 p.m.), 13 (12:30 a.m.) and 15 (midnight)
HBO2 playdates: Nov. 14 (11:30 a.m.) and 16 (9:00 p.m., 3:55 a.m.)
Kenny finds his personal travails taking a toll at work. Stevie keeps up appearances in the face of adversity. Dustin (John Hawkes) and Cassie (Jennifer Irwin) help Kenny learn a valuable Christmas lesson.
Written by John Carcieri & Jody Hill & Danny McBride; directed by Jody Hill.

Episode #29: “Chapter 29” (series finale)
Debut: SUNDAY, NOV. 17 (10:00-10:30 p.m.)
Other HBO playdates: Nov. 17 (midnight), 18 (midnight), 19 (9:30 p.m.), 20 (12:30 a.m.) and 22 (midnight)
HBO2 playdates: Nov. 21 (11:30 p.m.) and 23 (9:00 p.m., 2:55 a.m.)
At his boss’ insistence, Kenny returns a favor. Stevie offers revisions to Kenny’s life story. April weighs a big decision.
Written by John Carcieri & Jody Hill & Danny McBride; directed by Jody Hill.




NBC’s Ready to Applaud Comedy

NBC LogoFor those who believe the Oscars, Emmys, and Golden Globes are just too serious, NBC’s going to be offering up an awards show honoring those who make us laugh with the American Comedy Awards. The awards show will be executive produced by Don Mischer, Charlie Haykel and Juliane Hare and is set to air in May 2014.
 
“For all of the award shows on television not one is devoted to comedy, and that’s not so funny. So we’re thrilled to be part of a show that will celebrate the community of talented, innovative people who make us laugh each and every day,” said Mischer.
 
According to NBC, the American Comedy Awards will “honor those who have achieved new heights during the past year in both film and television, as well as paying tribute to some of comedy’s most enduring personalities.”
 
“We all love a good laugh and the American Comedy Awards will be full of gut-busting material from the best comedians in our business,” stated Paul Telegdy, President Alternative and Late Night Programming, NBC Entertainment. “With creative genius Don Mischer at the helm, get ready for a night of great hilarity. No joke.”
 
Executive producer Mischer’s no stranger to awards shows having handled the Academy Awards, the Emmys, the Olympic Opening Ceremony, and Super Bowl halftime shows, collecting 31 Emmy Awards for his work.
 
Source: NBC
 
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USA Renews Suits for Season Four

Suits Renewed for Season 4
Patrick J. Adams as Michael Ross and Gabriel Macht as Harvey Specter in 'Suits' (Photo by: Ian Watson/USA Network)
USA Network’s Suits has been sitting pretty in the top 10 list of primetime scripted shows and so the news that the dramatic series will return for a fourth season comes as absolutely no surprise. Suits has been renewed for a 16 episode fourth season with creator/showrunner Aaron Korsh continuing to guide the series and Gabriel Macht and Patrick J Adams back in starring roles.
 
“As a leading cable drama, Suits is at the top of its game and continues to grow in the key demographics, drawing a passionate, young and loyal audience,” said Chris McCumber, President of USA Network, announcing the renewal. “Aaron Korsh consistently pushes the boundaries of storytelling and the series promises to deliver a provocative fourth season.”
 
“From the beginning, we’ve seen Suits as a long term player for the studio and we look forward to extending our relationship with Aaron. Harvey, Mike and the rest of the Suits crew are characters that have created a dedicated and enthusiastic audience,” added Jeff Wachtel, President and Chief Content Officer, NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment and head of UCP.
 
Suits will be back for the second half of its third season in 2014 after the Olympics with special guest appearances by Gold Medalist Michael Phelps and Macht’s real father, Stephen Macht (The Monster Squad). According to USA, the series will pick up “in the wake of an emotional and shattering murder trial, Harvey (G. Macht) and Jessica (Gina Torres) address the firm’s future, while Louis (Rick Hoffman) threatens to expose the truth about Mike (Adams).”
 
Source: USA Network
 
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TNT Greenlights Wake Up Call with Dwayne Johnson

Dwayne Johnson to Star in Wake Up Call
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, star and executive producer of TNT's upcoming series Wake Up Call, coming in 2014. (Photo by Frank Masi/TNT)
TNT and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson are teaming up once again after their summer success with The Hero for a new series tentatively titled Wake Up Call. Johnson is set to star in and executive produce the show which will air next year on TNT.
 
Season one of Wake Up Call will be made up of eight episodes with Ben Silverman, Chris Grant, Jimmy Fox, Craig Armstrong, Rick Ringbakk, Charles Wachter, and Dany Garcia joining Johnson as executive producers.
 
“We had a wonderful time working with Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson on The Hero, in which he challenged and mentored a group of everyday heroes,” said David Eilenberg, senior vice president, unscripted development for TNT and TBS. “Wake Up Call evolved from our experience on The Hero and is its natural successor, bringing the human spirit of that show home to take on everyday challenges. In this new series, Dwayne will bring his mission of empowerment and change right to people’s front doors.”
 
“We are super excited to expand our relationship with Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and our amazing partners at Turner with Wake Up Call, a perfect programming format that comes out of the best elements of The Hero in a closed-ended transformation show,” said Silverman.
 
Wake Up Call Details:
 
In Wake Up Call, The Rock will tackle the worst of the worst and make them into the best of the best with his own personal brand of high-octane motivation. From dysfunctional homes and dead-beat dads to sports teams that don’t gel and businesses struggling to survive, The Rock is going to descend into the chaos of everyday problems to pull good people up by the bootstraps, reminding them what hard work, passion and true discipline can accomplish.
 
Each segment on Wake Up Call will be a journey for The Rock and his team, as well as for those who will struggle to live up to The Rock’s herculean ideals. With 4 a.m. wake-up calls, emotional reunions and near-impossible goals, everyone who comes in contact with The Rock’s electric sense of personal motivation will grow from it, finding inner strength and heart.
 
Source: TNT
 
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First Look: ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’ Trailer

Captain America: The Winter Soldier Trailer
Chris Evans stars in 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier' (Photo © Marvel Studios)

It’s finally here! Marvel Studios has unleashed the first official trailer for the Captain America sequel, Captain America: The Winter Soldier. Chris Evans returns in the lead role supported by Scarlett Johansson, Sebastian Stan, Anthony Mackie, Cobie Smulders, Frank Grillo, Emily VanCamp, Hayley Atwell with Robert Redford as Alexander Pierce and Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury. Coming to theaters on April 4, 2014, Captain America: The Winter Soldier was directed by Anthony and Joe Russo.

The Plot:

After the cataclysmic events in New York with The Avengers, Marvel’s Captain America: The Winter Soldier finds Steve Rogers, aka Captain America, living quietly in Washington, D.C. and trying to adjust to the modern world. But when a S.H.I.E.L.D. colleague comes under attack, Steve becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue that threatens to put the world at risk.

Joining forces with the Black Widow, Captain America struggles to expose the ever-widening conspiracy while fighting off professional assassins sent to silence him at every turn. When the full scope of the villainous plot is revealed, Captain America and the Black Widow enlist the help of a new ally, the Falcon. However, they soon find themselves up against an unexpected and formidable enemy — the Winter Soldier.

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