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‘SWAT’ Season 5 Episode 11 Photos, Plot, and New Air Date

CBS switched up their primetime schedule a bit, moving S.W.A.T. season five episode 11 off of its January 23, 2022 air date and opting instead to air NCIS: Hawai’i’s two-parter on January 23 & 24. S.W.A.T.‘s season five episode 11 will premiere on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at 10pm ET/PT.

The season five cast is led by Shemar Moore as Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson. Alex Russell stars as Jim Street, Jay Harrington plays David “Deacon” Kay, Lina Esco is Christina “Chris” Alonso, Kenny Johnson is Dominique Luca, David Lim is Victor Tan, and Patrick St. Esprit stars as Commander Robert Hicks.

“Old School Cool” Plot: Hondo and the team race to locate the hacker responsible for accessing LAPD’s computers and revealing the identities of undercover officers before the leaked intelligence has fatal consequences. Also, Street is forced to reckon with past misdeeds.

Series Description, Courtesy of CBS:

Inspired by the television series and the feature film, S.W.A.T. stars Shemar Moore as a former Marine and locally born and raised S.W.A.T. sergeant, tasked to run a specialized tactical unit that is the last stop in law enforcement in Los Angeles. Torn between loyalty to where he was raised and allegiance to his brothers in blue, Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson strives to bridge the divide between his two worlds. However, Hondo is forced to question his professional identity when he is demoted from Squad Leader after going public to expose racial corruption within the LAPD.

The other members of Hondo’s elite S.W.A.T. unit include David “Deacon” Kay, an experienced S.W.A.T. officer and dedicated family man who always puts the team first; Christina “Chris” Alonso, a skilled officer and the team’s canine trainer; Dominique Luca, an expert driver who gets them in and out of high risk situations; newlywed Victor Tan, who started in the LAPD Hollywood Division and uses his confidential informants in the community to help the team; and Jim Street, the team’s cocky newest member. Responsible for the management of all Metro Division S.W.A.T. units is Commander Robert Hicks, a senior LAPD official with the Special Operations Bureau.

With Hondo no longer leading the charge, these dedicated men and women face an uncertain future as they bravely put themselves at risk to protect their community and save lives.

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Kenneth “Kenny” Johnson as Dominique Luca, David Lim as Victor Tan, Shemar Moore as Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson, Alex Russell as Jim Street, and Lina Esco as Christina “Chris” Alonso in ‘S.W.A.T.’ season 5 episode 11 (Photo: Bill Inoshita (C)2021 CBS Broadcasting, Inc)
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Jay Harrington as David “Deacon” Kay and Patrick St. Esprit as Commander Robert Hicks in season 5 episode 11 (Photo: Bill Inoshita (C)2021 CBS Broadcasting, Inc)
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Lina Esco as Christina “Chris” Alonso in the “Old School Cool” episode (Photo: Bill Inoshita (C)2021 CBS Broadcasting, Inc.)
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Jay Harrington as David “Deacon” Kay and Kenneth “Kenny” Johnson as Dominique Luca in season 5 episode 11 (Photo: Bill Inoshita (C)2021 CBS Broadcasting, Inc.)
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Lina Esco as Christina “Chris” Alonso in season 5 episode 11 (Photo: Bill Inoshita (C)2021 CBS Broadcasting, Inc)




‘The Rookie’ Season 4 Episode 12 Photos, Plot, and Cast Info

The teaser video for ABC’s The Rookie season four episode 12 features a severed arm moving on its own, an awkward double date, and a weirdly cheerful Nyla. Directed by Charissa Sanjarernsuithikul from a script by Zoe Cheng, season four episode 12 will air on Sunday, January 23, 2022 at 10pm ET/PT.

Season four stars Nathan Fillion as John Nolan, Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper, Alyssa Diaz as Angela Lopez, and Richard T. Jones as Wade Grey. Melissa O’Neil is Lucy Chen and Eric Winter stars as Tim Bradford.

Guest stars include Brent Huff as Officer Smitty, Crystal Coney as Nurse Lisa, Helena Mattsson as Ashley McGrady, Kanoa Goo as ADA Chris Sanford, and Jay Hunter as Officer Gil Webb.

“The Knock” Plot: The team responds to the report of a severed hand washing up on the beach and are on the hunt to find its owner. Meanwhile, Tim attempts to prove he isn’t a control freak to Lucy and invites her on a double date with him and Ashley.

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Melissa O’Neil and Mekia Cox in ‘The Rookie’ season 4 episode 12 (ABC/Raymond Liu)
The Rookie Season 4 Episode 12
Nathan Fillion and Jan M. Janssen in season 4 episode 12 (ABC/Raymond Liu)
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Richard T. Jones and Federico Dordei in season 4 episode 12 (ABC/Ser Baffo)
The Rookie Season 4 Episode 12
Nathan Fillion and Mekia Cox in season 4 episode 12 (ABC/Raymond Liu)
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Patrick Fischler and Alyssa Diaz in season 4 episode 12 (ABC/Temma Hankin)
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Eric Winter, Alyssa Diaz and Jay Paulson in season 4 episode 12 (ABC/Ser Baffo)




‘One Tree Hill’ Cast Reunites on ‘Good Sam’

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Bethany Joy Lenz, Sophia Bush, and Hilarie Burton reunite on ‘Good Sam’ (Photo: Courtesy of Danielle Blancher)

One Tree Hill stars Bethany Joy Lenz, Hilarie Burton, and Sophia Bush have reunited for an upcoming episode of Bush’s new CBS medical drama, Good Sam. The season one episode started filming today and will air later this season.

CBS released the following description of the characters Bethany Joy Lenz and Hilarie Burton are playing: “On Good Sam, Burton and Lenz will play sisters, Gretchen and Amy Taylor, respectively, who cross paths with Dr. Sam Griffith (Bush) when Amy is admitted as a patient at Detroit’s Lakeshore Sentinel Hospital.”

Bush, Lenz, and Burton have remained close friends and even co-host an iHeartRadio podcast titled “Drama Queens.” The podcast features the trio discussing their time spent working on One Tree Hill which ran on The CW from 2003 through 2012.

Good Sam premiered on January 5, 2022 and stars Sophia Bush as Dr. Sam Griffith and Jason Isaacs as her dad, Dr. Rob “Griff” Griffith. The season one cast also includes Skye P. Marshall as Dr. Lex Trulie, Michael Stahl-David as Dr. Caleb Tucker, Omar Maskati as Dr. Isan M. Shah, Davi Santos as Dr. Joey Costa, Wendy Crewson as Vivian Katz, and Edwin Hodge as Malcolm A. Kingsley.

Good Sam airs on Wednesdays at 10pm ET/PT.

The Plot, Courtesy of CBS:

“Good Sam stars Sophia Bush and Jason Isaacs in a drama about Dr. Sam Griffith, a gifted heart surgeon who excels in her new leadership role as chief of surgery after her renowned boss falls into a coma. When her former boss wakes up months later demanding to resume his duties, Sam is tasked with supervising this egotistical expert with a scalpel who never acknowledged her stellar talent.

Complicating matters, the caustic and arrogant Dr. Rob ‘Griff’ Griffith also happens to be her father. As Griff defies Sam’s authority and challenges her medical expertise, the big question becomes whether this father and daughter will ever be able to mend their own relationship as expertly as they heal the hearts of their patients.”




Aardman, Netflix Hatch a ‘Chicken Run’ Sequel and New ‘Wallace & Gromit’ Film

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Rocky (Zachary Levi) and Ginger (Thandiwe Newton) are back in ‘CHICKEN RUN: DAWN OF THE NUGGET’ (Photo Credit: Aardman / NETFLIX © 2022)

After a 20 year wait a sequel to Chicken Run is finally in production. Netflix and Aardman are teaming up on Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget which will feature the voices of Thandiwe Newton and Zachary Levi as Ginger and Rocky.

Bella Ramsey joins the fun, voicing Ginger and Rocky’s headstrong daughter, Molly. Molly’s described as a “true chick-off-the-old-block who completes the family trio in this new chapter.”

Returning voice cast members include Jane Horrocks (Babs), Imelda Staunton (Bunty), and Lynn Ferguson (Mac). Additional new voice cast members include Josie Sedgwick-Davies (Frizzle), David Bradley (Fowler), Romesh Ranganathan (Nick), Daniel Mays (Fetcher), and Nick Mohammed (Dr. Fry).

Netflix and Aardman released the following synopsis of Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget:

“Having pulled off a death-defying escape from Tweedy’s farm, Ginger has finally found her dream – a peaceful island sanctuary for the whole flock, far from the dangers of the human world. When she and Rocky hatch a little girl called Molly, Ginger’s happy ending seems complete. But back on the mainland the whole of chicken-kind faces a new and terrible threat. For Ginger and her team, even if it means putting their own hard-won freedom at risk – this time, they’re breaking in!”

Sam Fell (Flushed Away, The Tale of Despereaux, ParaNorman) directs from a script by Karey Kirkpatrick, John O’Farrell, and Rachel Tunnard. Peter Lord, Carla Shelley, Karey Kirkpatrick, and Nick Park are executive producing.

The Chicken Run sequel is targeting a 2023 premiere on Netflix.

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Creator and Director of WALLACE & GROMIT, Nick Park. (Photo Credit: Matt Crockett / Aardman © 2022)

Netflix and Aardman also announced a new Wallace & Gromit film is in the works with Wallace & Gromit and Shaun the Sheep creator Nick Park on board to direct. Aardman’s Creative Director of Wallace & Gromit, Merlin Crossingham, will co-direct and Mark Burton is writing the script (based on a story by Burton and Park).

The untitled Wallace & Gromit film’s plot description:

“Gromit’s concern that Wallace has become over-dependant on his inventions proves justified, when Wallace invents a ‘smart gnome’ that seems to develop a mind of its own…As events spiral out of control, it falls to Gromit to put aside his qualms and battle sinister forces – or Wallace may never be able to invent again!”




‘Bull’ Season 6 Episode 11 Preview: Photos, Cast, and Plot Description

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Michael Weatherly as Dr. Jason Bull in ‘Bull’ season 6 episode 11 (Photo: Courtesy of CBS Entertainment © 2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc)

The TAC team squares off against Marissa on CBS’s Bull season six episode 11. Directed by Leslie Libman from a script by Steven Paul Martinez, episode 11 – “Family Matters” – airs on Thursday, January 20, 2022 at 10pm ET/PT.

The cast is led by Michael Weatherly as Dr. Jason Bull. Yara Martinez plays Isabella “Izzy” Colón, Geneva Carr is Marissa Morgan, Jamie Lee Kirchner plays Danny James, Christopher Jackson stars as Chunk Palmer, and MacKenzie Meehan is Taylor Rentzel.

Recurring guest stars include Matt Dellapina as Erik Rentzel and Ollie Robinson as Mauricio Rentzel.

On January 18, 2022 Michael Weatherly announced season six will be the final season of the courtroom drama. Weatherly broke the news on Twitter, stating:

“Hello all! It’s been my privilege to play Dr Jason Bull but after 6 Seasons of incredible storylines, I’ve decided it’s time to pursue new creative challenges and bring his story to a close. It has been an honor to work with this talented cast, crew, and writing/producing team who helped reinvent the legal drama. Stay tuned for a big series finish…Thanks to all the fans from the bottom of my heart. You will always be a part of our Bull family!” @M_Weatherly

The network confirmed the series is ending with its own statement.

“For six seasons, Bull has established itself as a ratings winner with its fresh take on the judicial process never before seen on television. We extend our thanks to the talented cast, Michael Weatherly, Geneva Carr, Yara Martinez, Jaime Lee Kirchner, Christopher Jackson, MacKenzie Meehan, the incredible creative team led by Kathryn Price and Nichole Millard, and our hard-working crew, for bringing to life these innovative stories. We also thank our loyal viewers and look forward to providing them with a final run of compelling episodes filled with the humor, intelligence and twists that have made the drama a fan favorite.”

“Family Matters” Plot: The TAC team finds itself in a tense and unprecedented situation when Bull faces off against Marissa and her new boss in court, following her departure from the company. Also, Taylor’s professional life works against her during her custody battle with her ex-husband.

The Bull Plot, Courtesy of CBS:

Bull stars Michael Weatherly as Dr. Jason Bull in a drama inspired by the early career of Dr. Phil McGraw, the founder of one of the most prolific trial-consulting firms of all time. Brilliant, brash and charming, Dr. Bull is the ultimate puppet master as he combines psychology, human intuition and high-tech data to learn what makes jurors, attorneys, witnesses and the accused tick.

While Bull has mastered his professional domain, his personal life continues to evolve in surprising ways. Now the father of a young daughter, Bull is newly remarried to his ex-wife, Isabella “Izzy” Colón. Bull’s enviable group of experts at Trial Analysis Corporation shape successful narratives down to the last detail. His team includes Marissa Morgan, a neurolinguistics expert from the Department of Homeland Security who monitors shifting jury reactions in real-time for Bull; former NYPD detective Danny James, the firm’s tough but relatable investigator; Taylor Rentzel, a working mother and former colleague of Marissa’s who is an expert at coding and computer hacking; and Chunk Palmer, a former all-American lineman and stylist-turned-lawyer, who helps clients prepare their image and testimony and serves as TAC’s official trial attorney.

In high-stakes trials, Bull’s combination of remarkable insight into human nature, three Ph.D.’s and a top-notch staff creates winning strategies that tip the scales of justice in his clients’ favor.

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Chris Jackson as Chunk Palmer and Michael Weatherly as Dr. Jason Bull in the “Family Matters” episode (Photo: Courtesy of CBS Entertainment © 2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc.)
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Matt Dellapina as Erik Rentzel and Michael Weatherly as Dr. Jason Bull in season 6 episode 11 (Photo: Courtesy of CBS Entertainment © 2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc)
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Jamie Lee Kirchner as Danny James and Geneva Carr as Marissa Morgan in season 6 episode 11 (Photo: Courtesy of CBS Entertainment © 2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc)
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MacKenzie Meehan as Taylor Rentzel and Mandy Gonzalez as Patricia Arias in the “Family Matters” episode (Photo: Courtesy of CBS Entertainment © 2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc)




‘New Amsterdam’ Season 4 Episode 14 Promo, Photos, and Plot Details

NBC’s New Amsterdam delivered another heartwrenching episode with season 4 episode 13. Max and Helen hit a bump in the road in their relationship while back in America their former co-workers faced the possible departure of one of their beloved team members. And as the episode ended, the traumatic news arrived that Dr. Vijay Kapoor had passed away. Fans knew this was coming as Anupam Kher left the series at the beginning of the season, but it was still sad news, nevertheless.

Up next, season 4 episode 14, “Unto the Breach.” Episode 14 will air on Tuesday, January 25, 2022.

The cast of season four is led by Ryan Eggold as Medical Director Max Goodwin. Janet Montgomery returns as Dr. Lauren Bloom, Freema Agyeman stars as Dr. Helen Sharpe, Jocko Sims plays Dr. Floyd Reynolds, and Tyler Labine is Dr. Iggy Frome. Michelle Forbes guest stars as Dr. Fuentes.

“Unto the Breach” Plot: As the team gathers to mourn the loss of someone dear, Max and Helen realize the extent to which New Amsterdam has changed since they left. Bloom struggles with a big decision while Reynolds decides to take his concerns for his patients to a new level. Dr. Fuentes once again reminds the New Amsterdam team who is in control.

The Season 4 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:

After a turbulent year of sacrifice and hardship, Medical Director Max Goodwin and the team at New Amsterdam begin a well-deserved new chapter in their lives. The opening episode, titled “More Joy,” reflects both the drive of characters and the tone of season four. More joy: How can we find it, and how can we hold on to it?

For Max that means acknowledging and surrendering to his long-simmering feelings towards Dr. Helen Sharpe. While this new relationship brings its own set of challenges, Max continues his optimistic – and quixotic – quest to improve our nation’s healthcare system.

Continuing to navigate their own personal journeys – including Dr. Bloom’s relationship with Dr. Leyla Shinwari, who is now her resident, Dr. Frome’s new career and Dr. Reynolds’ personal entanglements – the doctors will strive to embrace the joy and successes in their lives.

But there is a surprise in store for our heroes. Dr. Veronica Fuentes is joining the New Amsterdam team to help turn around the overburdened and underfunded hospital. Her first order of business will be to tear down every progressive program Max has erected. Max will have his work cut out for him if he is going to outwit this calm, poised and fearless fixer.

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Ryan Eggold as Dr. Max Goodwin and Freema Agyeman as Dr. Helen Sharpe in ‘New Amsterdam’ season 4 episode 14 (Photo by: Virginia Sherwood/NBC)
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Tyler Labine as Dr. Iggy Frome and Megan Byrne as Gladys in season 4 episode 14 (Photo by: Virginia Sherwood/NBC)
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Ryan Eggold as Dr. Max Goodwin and Stephen Adly Guirgis as Chaplain Alpert in the “Unto the Breach” episode (Photo by: Michael Greenberg/NBC)
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Tyler Labine as Dr. Iggy Frome, Janet Montgomery as Dr. Lauren Bloom, and Sandra Mae Frank as Dr. Elizabeth Wilder in season (Photo by: Ralph Bavaro/NBC)
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Janet Montgomery as Dr. Lauren Bloom and Shiva Kalaiselvan as Dr. Leyla Shinwari in season 4 episode 14 (Photo by: Michael Greenberg/NBC)
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Janet Montgomery as Dr. Lauren Bloom and Alejandro Hernandez as Casey Acosta in season 4 episode 14 (Photo by: Virginia Sherwood/NBC)
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Jocko Sims as Dr. Floyd Reynolds in season 4 episode 14 (Photo by: Virginia Sherwood/NBC)
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Genevieve Angelson as Dr. Mia Castries and Michelle Forbes as Dr. Veronica Fuentes in season 4 episode 14 (Photo by: Ralph Bavaro/NBC)




‘Servant’ Season 3 Clip: Dorothy Assures Leanne Everything Will Be Okay

Apple TV+ has released a new clip from the much-anticipated third season of Servant. The one-minute video finds Leanne peering anxiously out a window, obviously worried the cult will return. Dorothy tries to calm her down but Leanne’s certain the Turner family is underestimating the threat.

Season three stars Lauren Ambrose reprising her role as Dorothy Turner. Toby Kebbell returns as Sean Turner, Nell Tiger Free is back as Leanne Grayson, and Rupert Grint is once again on board as Julian Pearce. Sunita Mani (No Activity) joins the cast for the upcoming season.

Season three premieres on Apple TV+ on January 21, 2022. New episodes of the 10 episode season will arrive on subsequent Fridays, with the season finale set for March 25th. In December 2021, Apple TV+ announced they’ve given the thriller an early season four renewal.

Servant is executive produced by M. Night Shyamalan, Jason Blumenthal, Todd Black, Steve Tisch, Ashwin Rajan, and Taylor Latham. Season three writers include Ryan Scott, Ishana Night Shyamalan, Alyssa Clark, Laura Marks, Henry Chaisson, Amy Louise Johnson, and Kara Lee Corthon. M. Night Shyamalan, Ishana Night Shyamalan, Carlo Mirabella-Davis, Dylan Holmes Williams, Celine Held & Logan George, Kitty Green, and Veronika Franz & Severin Fiala directed.

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Poster for ‘Servant’ season 3 (Photo Credit: Apple TV+)

The Plot, Courtesy of Apple TV+:

Three months after we leave the Turner household in season two, things appear to be back to normal. Dorothy and Sean dote on Jericho, Julian has a new girlfriend, and Leanne has moved back into the brownstone. With the threat of the cult looming and suspicious visitors staked out in a nearby park, Leanne does everything she can to feel secure—ultimately causing more chaos for the Turner family.

As Sean starts trusting in Leanne’s power, Dorothy feels increasingly threatened and worries for Jericho’s safety. While the Turners struggle to keep their family whole, they must come to terms with the costs of Jericho’s return. Be careful what you wish for.

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Three months after the attack, the Turners head down the shore. Left alone, Leanne has a more exciting day than she anticipated.




Joshua Jackson to Star in Paramount+’s ‘Fatal Attraction’ Series

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Lizzy Caplan as Alex Forrest and Joshua Jackson as Dan Gallagher in ‘Fatal Attraction’ (Photo credit: Monty Brinton/Paramount+)

Joshua Jackson (Dr. Death) is joining Lizzy Caplan (Castle Rock) in Paramount+’s Fatal Attraction. The new series is described as a reimagining of the critically acclaimed 1987 thriller starring Michael Douglas and Glenn Close. That R-rated drama was nominated for six Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Actress (Close), and Best Supporting Actress (Anne Archer).

Jackson will take on the role of “Dan Gallagher,” played by Douglas. Caplan stars as “Alex,” the psychotic lover played by Close.

“Joshua is an incredible talent who creates beautifully complicated characters on both the screen and stage,” said Nicole Clemens, President, Paramount+ Original Scripted Series. “He and Lizzy are perfectly matched to tell a nuanced and modern narrative about the complexities of the human psyche. We’re thrilled to partner with them to bring this provocative and captivating story to a new generation.”

Alexandra Cunningham (Dirty John) writes, executive produces, and serves as showrunner. Cunningham and Kevin J. Hynes (Perry Mason) share co-story credit, and Hynes will also executive produce along with Amblin Television’s Darryl Frank and Justin Falvey.

Paramount+ released the following description of the upcoming original series:

“Jackson will star as Dan Gallagher, the object of his lover’s (Caplan) obsession after a brief affair. A deep-dive reimagining of the classic psychosexual thriller and ‘80s cultural touchstone, the new series will explore fatal attraction and the timeless themes of marriage and infidelity through the lens of modern attitudes towards strong women, personality disorders, and coercive control.”

 

Super Bowl Halftime Show Trailer: Artists Get “The Call”

We don’t know who’ll be competing in Super Bowl LVI but we do know the halftime show will feature performances by Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, and Kendrick Lamar. With the big game just weeks away, Pepsi’s unveiled a special halftime show trailer featuring the artists getting the call to perform.

Directed by F. Gary Gray (Straight Outta Compton, Friday), “The Call” video features some of the 2022 Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show’s artists’ biggest hits including “Rap God,” “The Next Episode,” “Family Affair,” “HUMBLE.,” “Still D.R.E.,” and “California Love.” Gray turned to Grammy Award-winning writer Adam Blackstone to handle the video’s score.

Pepsi’s official video release announcement offers this description of “The Call:”

“‘The Call’ unfolds like a high-energy blockbuster film, inspired by almost two decades worth of iconic music videos and tracks with the most recognizable hitmakers of our generation and proud LA native, Dr. Dre, at the helm. The lens moves swiftly between Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, and Kendrick Lamar spotlighting their individual artistic journeys and influences. Each artist then gets the call from their friend and collaborator, Dr. Dre, to converge on SoFi Stadium in Inglewood for what will become the greatest Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show ever.”

“Each time I collaborate with Dre, it seems to mark an important moment in entertainment history, from projects like Friday, Set It Off, Straight Outta Compton, to now the Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show,” stated F. Gary Gray. “As a super fan, I consider it an honor and privilege to authentically build and create this moment with five of the most legendary artists in music history. It’s been a blast!”

Super Bowl Halftime 2022 Lineup

Fans can expect new content including behind-the-scenes videos from “The Call” as well as giveaways (including Super Bowl LVI footballs signed by Dr. Dre) to drop on the Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show app in the days leading up to the 2022 Super Bowl.

“Now that we are just weeks away from the most anticipated Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show performance of all time, we’re bringing fans closer to the magic of what will certainly be a colossal moment in pop culture history. Given our epic lineup of five superstar talents, we wanted to deliver a cinematic experience that could properly honor each of the artists and celebrate their role in music and culture as they descend upon Los Angeles to deliver a performance for the ages,” said Todd Kaplan, VP of Marketing – Pepsi.

Kaplan continued: “It was critical that we tell this story in an authentic way, so we partnered with the creative genius of both F. Gary Gray and Adam Blackstone to deliver this impactful piece of content. The trailer will be available on our Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show app along with a range of behind-the-scenes footage, fan giveaways, and so much more to ensure fans continue to get hyped for the show in the coming weeks.”

Super Bowl LVI will take place on February 13 at SoFi Stadium, home of the Los Angeles Chargers and Rams.




Celebs Attempt to Pull Off ‘Dirty Dancing’ Moves on Fox’s Event Series

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The ‘The Real Dirty Dancing’ celebrity competitors (Photo Courtesy of Fox)

Stephen “tWitch” Boss hosts Fox’s upcoming event series The Real Dirty Dancing, a dance competition show that finds celebrities attempting to recreate Dirty Dancing‘s dance sequences. Eight celebrities will show off their dancing skills as they slip into the roles of Baby (played by Jennifer Grey) and Johnny (played by Patrick Swayze), and then try their best to pull off dance numbers from the 1987 film.

The dance competition takes place at Mountain Lake Lodge in Virginia, the location that subbed in for the film’s fictional Kellerman’s Lodge. The eight competitors – Brie Bella, Corbin Bleu, Tyler Cameron, Cat Cora, Howie Dorough, Antonio Gates, Anjelah Johnson-Reyes and Loni Love – will pair up with the goal of being named The Real Dirty Dancing champions.

The Real Dirty Dancing will premiere on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at 9pm ET/PT. The four-episode event series will finish up on February 22nd.

Fox shared the following description of the series along with brief biographies of the competitors:

The stars will partner up and learn iconic dance routines from the Jennifer Grey-and Patrick Swayze-led movie and recreate classic scenes — including the legendary lift that cemented the film’s spot in cinematic history. Throughout the event special, Dirty Dancing’s memorable music and unforgettable fashion will transport viewers right back to that magical summer in 1963. The competition will also feature special guest judges who will help decide which celebrity couples will make it through and which couple will be “put in a corner.”

  • Brie Bella is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, executive producer, New York Times best-selling author, motivational speaker, and WWE Hall of Fame Inductee. Bella debuted on SmackDown in 2008, became Divas Champion in 2011 and was named Diva of the Year in 2013. Bella and her twin sister, Nikki, were inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2020.
  • Corbin Bleu is an accomplished actor, singer/songwriter, dancer, voiceover/recording artist, host/television personality, and producer. Bleu is perhaps best known for his role as “Chad Danforth” in the Emmy Award-winning High School Musical franchise. Bleu recently starred in TV movies Love, For Real and A Christmas Dance Reunion. Broadway credits include the Tony Award-nominated revival of Kiss Me Kate, Godspell, In the Heights, and the Tony Award-nominated production of Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn, which garnered Bleu the Chita Rivera Award for Outstanding Male Dancer in a Broadway Show.
  • Tyler Cameron is a TV personality, actor, author, model and philanthropist. With a passion for building and home renovation, Cameron hosted the show Barkitecture. He was also the runner-up on Season 15 of The Bachelorette. Additionally, he is a co-founder and ambassador for the charity organization ABC Food Tours, which focuses on enriching the lives of kids in underserved communities.
  • Cat Cora is a world-renowned chef, author, restaurateur, television host, philanthropist, and proud mother of six. The Jackson, MS, native, who trained at the Culinary Institute of America and went on to cook at two 3-star Michelin restaurants in France, was crowned the first female Iron Chef, and also was the first female inducted into the Culinary Hall of Fame.
  • Howie Dorough is a member of the Backstreet Boys, one of the most successful groups in music history, with countless #1s, record-setting tours, and worldwide sales in excess of 130 million. A multiple-award-winning and Grammy-nominated performer, Dorough’s work with BSB has gone Gold and Platinum in 46 countries, making them one of pop’s most influential acts and the best-selling boy band in history.
  • Antonio Gates, Future NFL Hall of Fame Tight End, emerged as one of the NFL’s most extraordinary success stories in his 16-year NFL Career. After being signed by the San Diego Chargers as an undrafted Free agent Antonio would go on to be named to eight Pro Bowls and was a five-time All-Pro selection. Gates also holds the NFL record for most touchdowns as a tight end in NFL History. After retirement, Antonio continues to work with the Chargers organization.
  • Anjelah Johnson-Reyes is a comedian, singer, actor and social media sensation. Johnson-Reyes became an internet sensation and pioneer in viral YouTube videos when her notorious “Nail Salon” bit from a local comedy show was posted and received more than 100 million views! Shortly thereafter, she was added to the cast of the original MADtv, on which she trademarked her legendary character, “Bon Qui Qui.” Her first book, Who Do I Think I Am?: Stories of Chola Wishes and Caviar Dreams, will be published in March of 2022.
  • Loni Love is an NAACP Award-winning comedian and an Emmy Award-winning host of The Real, as well as a recurring guest deejay on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Additionally, Love has guest-hosted on “Daily Pop” and has been a correspondent for Entertainment Tonight and E!. Love also has appeared in movies, including Mother’s Day; Paul Blart Mall Cop 2 opposite Kevin James; Soul Plane with Kevin Hart; and the Bad Ass franchise with Danny Glover and Danny Trejo.




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