FBI Season 3 Episode 9: “Leverage” Photos, Plot, Cast and Trailer

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March 10, 2021

A kidnapped journalist and a case with links to Isobel’s boyfriend (played by Michael Trucco) keep the team busy on CBS’s FBI season three episode nine, “Leverage.” Directed by John Polson from a script by Erica Meredith, episode nine will air on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at 9pm ET/PT.

Missy Peregrym and Zeeko Zaki lead the cast as Special Agent Maggie Bell and Special Agent Omar Adom ‘OA’ Zidan. Jeremy Sisto stars as Assistant Special Agent in Charge Jubal Valentine, Alana De La Garza is Special Agent in Charge Isobel Castille, and John Boyd plays Special Agent Stuart Scola.

Episode nine guest stars include Michael Park, Yasen Peyankov, Jordan Lage, Paula Christensen, and Cory Chapman. Craig Walker, Matthew Jeffers, Natasha Murray, Tye Alexander, Gina Daniels, and Karen Izaguirre also guest star in “Leverage.”

“Leverage” Plot: When a political reporter is kidnapped and held without a ransom demand, the team must dig into her past relationships in order to pin down her assailant’s motive. Also, Isobel’s relationship comes under fire when the case makes a connection to her boyfriend, Ethan (Michael Trucco).

Series Description, Courtesy of CBS:

FBI is a fast-paced drama about the inner workings of the New York office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. This elite unit brings to bear all their talents, intellect and technical expertise on major cases in order to keep New York and the country safe.

Born into a multigenerational law enforcement family, Special Agent Maggie Bell commits deeply to the people she works with as well as those she protects. Her partner is Special Agent Omar Adom ‘OA’ Zidan, a West Point graduate via Bushwick who spent two years undercover for the DEA before being cherry-picked by the FBI. Overseeing them is Special Agent in Charge, Isobel Castille, who operates under intense pressure and has undeniable command authority.

The team also includes Assistant Special Agent in Charge Jubal Valentine, the nerve center of the office whose ability to easily relate to and engage with both superiors and subordinates makes him a master motivator. Newest to the team – and the FBI – is smart and outspoken Special Agent Tiffany Wallace, who spent six years with the NYPD and is now partner to Special Agent Stuart Scola, an Ivy League-educated Wall Streeter-turned-FBI agent. These first-class agents tenaciously investigate cases of tremendous magnitude, including terrorism, organized crime, and counterintelligence.

FBI Season 3 Episode 9 — Missy Peregrym as Special Agent Maggie Bell, Zeeko Zaki as Special Agent Omar Adom “OA” Zidan and Craig Walker as Daniel Lavares in ‘FBI’ season 3 episode 9 (Photo: Michael Parmelee © 2021 CBS Broadcasting, Inc)

Jonathan Groff and Mary J. Blige Join Netflix’s ‘Lost Ollie’ Series

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Rebecca Murray

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March 9, 2021

Jonathan Groff and Mary J. Blige will star in Netflix’s limited series Lost Ollie, inspired by William Joyce’s Ollie’s Odyssey. Tim Blake Nelson, Gina Rodriguez, Jake Johnson, and Kesler Talbot have also signed up for the family-friendly series which follows the title character’s journey to return home.

Shannon Tindle (Kubo and The Two Strings) created the limited series and serves as writer and executive producer. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse‘s Peter Ramsey directs and executive produces with 21 Laps Entertainment’s Shawn Levy and Josh Barry. Lampton Enochs and CCO of Flight School Studio’s Brandon Oldenburg also executive produce.

Filming is currently underway in Vancouver on the live-action/animation hybrid which will feature CGI characters created by Industrial Light & Magic (ILM).

The Plot and Character Descriptions, Courtesy of Netflix:

Lost Ollie is the story of a lost toy on an epic adventure, searching across the country for the boy who lost him, and the story of the boy who lost more than a best friend. A heartwarming journey to reunite in the face of all the dangers that childhood can throw at them.

JONATHAN GROFF (Frozen, Hamilton) will voice Ollie, a handmade toy rabbit stitched together from odds and ends. Ollie has a pure spirit with a heart of gold and never ruins a chance to make friends. He’s been best friends with Billy since forever, until one day he ends up in a resale shop with no way home. Though he’s often afraid of the unknown, Ollie puts on a brave face and sets off to find Billy, meeting other toys to help him along the way.
MARY J. BLIGE (Mudbound, Power Book II: Ghost) will voice Rosy, a raggedy teddy bear stitched together from other toys. Rosy is a fearless warrior who is deeply passionate with inspiring confidence. While unsure of Ollie at first, she becomes an important ally as she joins them on their journey.
TIM BLAKE NELSON (Watchmen, O Brother, Where Art Thou?) will voice Zozo, a clown doll who is an old toy and an even older soul. Zozo is a true gentleman with a good sense of humor, and after meeting Ollie and hearing his story, he agrees to help Ollie on his journey.
GINA RODRIGUEZ (Jane the Virgin, Kajillionaire) will play Momma. Billy’s mother Sharon is a loving woman who inspires creativity and imagination in her son. She makes sure to cherish their time together, teaching Billy all the things he’ll need to know to find happiness in the future.
JAKE JOHNSON (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Jurassic World) will play Daddy. Billy’s father James is overworked and stressed, doing his best to take care of Billy and his wife, Sharon. Sometimes that stress leads to being short with Billy, but he’s doing all he can to make a good life for his son.
KESLER TALBOT (50 States of Fright) will play Billy, a young boy with a mind bursting with creativity. He shares a magical bond with his toy Ollie, a homemade rabbit made by his beloved mother, who joins him on all of his adventures. When Ollie gets lost, Billy embarks on a mission to find him.

‘All Rise’ Season 2 Episode 10 Photos: “Georgia” Preview

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Rebecca Murray

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March 9, 2021

All Rise Season 2 Episode 10 — Ryan Michelle Bathe as Rachel Audubon and Wilson Bethel as Mark Callan in ‘All Rise’ season 2 episode 10 (Photo © 2021 CBS Broadcasting, Inc)

CBS’s hit courtroom drama All Rise will return from a three-week break with season two episode 10, “Georgia.” Airing on Monday, March 15, 2021 at 9pm ET/PT, episode 10 finds Mark and Emily on opposite sides of a robbery case.

Simone Missick leads the cast as Judge Lola Carmichael, Wilson Bethel plays Mark Callan, Marg Helgenberger is Lisa Benner, and Jessica Camacho stars as Emily Lopez. J. Alex Brinson plays Luke Watkins, Lindsay Mendez is Sara Castillo, Ruthie Ann Miles is Sherri Kansky, Lindsey Gort plays Amy Quinn, and Audrey Corsa is Samantha Powell.

Guest stars include Amy Acker as Georgia Knight, Robert Wu as John Wu, Sarah Levy as Debbie Daines, Aarti Mann as Saundra Singh, and Ray Wise as Richard Walker.

“Georgia” Plot: Emily and Mark face off in court in a compelling jewelry store robbery case that puts the entire concept of eyewitnesses on trial. Also, still struggling with financial woes at Audubon & Associates, Amy brings in a potential client who happens to be an old friend of Mark’s father.

Series Description, Courtesy of CBS:

All Rise is a courthouse drama that follows the chaotic, hopeful and sometimes absurd lives of its judges, prosecutors and public defenders, as they work with bailiffs, clerks and cops to get justice for the people of Los Angeles amidst a flawed legal process. Among them is newly appointed Judge Lola Carmichael, a highly regarded and impressive deputy district attorney who doesn’t intend to sit back on the bench in her new role, but instead leans in, immediately pushing the boundaries and challenging the expectations of what a judge can be.

‘Secrets of the Whales’ Trailer Takes Us Into the Lives of Whales

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Rebecca Murray

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March 9, 2021

Disney+ released a gorgeous trailer for the four-part documentary series, Secrets of the Whales. Narrated by three-time Oscar nominee Sigourney Weaver (Gorillas in the Mist, Working Girl, Aliens) and executive produced by three-time Oscar winner James Cameron (Titanic), Secrets of the Whales will premiere on Earth Day – April 22, 2021 – on Disney+.

Secrets of the Whales provides an in-depth look at the underwater world of orcas, humpbacks, belugas, narwhals, and sperm whales. The series was produced for National Geographic by Red Rock Films, with Red Rock’s Brian Armstrong and Shannon Malone-DeBenedictis executive producing. Earthship’s Maria Wilhelm and National Geographic’s Pamela Caragol also executive produce.

Disney+ released the following description of the four-part series:

“Featuring the expansive knowledge and skill of acclaimed National Geographic Explorer and Photographer Brian Skerry, the series ventures deep into the world of whales to witness the extraordinary communication skills and intricate social structures to reveal life and love from their perspective. Secrets of the Whales unveils new science and technology to spotlight whales as they make lifelong friendships, teach clan heritage and traditions to their young, and grieve deeply for the loss of loved ones.

Filmed over three years in 24 global locations, throughout this epic journey, we learn that whales are far more complex and more like us than ever imagined. This is a personal story that very few are lucky enough to witness … until now.”

‘The Equalizer’ Starring Queen Latifah Earns an Early Season 2 Renewal

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Rebecca Murray

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March 9, 2021

The Equalizer Queen Latifah — Queen Latifah stars in CBS’s ‘The Equalizer’ (Photo: Michael Greenberg © 2020 CBS Broadcasting, Inc.)

CBS has made it official: The Equalizer will return for a second season. The renewal announcement comes just four episodes into the series’ first season.

“The Equalizer has proven more than equal to the task of engaging viewers and racking up wins on Sunday night,” stated Kelly Kahl, President, CBS Entertainment. “We’re extremely proud to see this outstanding broadcast drama, led by Queen Latifah, punch through the competitive landscape and return for a second season.”

The drama ranks as the #1 scripted series among viewers 18-54, according to CBS. The first episodes have been averaging 14.6 million viewers, with the series premiere (which aired on Super Bowl Sunday) standing as the most-watched debut of the season. Episode one drew in 23.8 million viewers.

In addition to Queen Latifah, the season one cast includes Chris Noth as William Bishop, Lorraine Toussaint as Viola “Aunt Vi” Marsette, Tory Kittles as Det. Marcus Dante, Adam Goldberg as Harry Keshegian, Liza Lapira as Melody Bayani, and Laya DeLeon Hayes as Delilah. Queen Latifah serves as an executive producer along with Andrew Marlowe, Terri Miller, John Davis, John Fox, Debra Martin Chase, Richard Lindheim (co-creator of the original Equalizer TV series), and Shakim Compere.

The Plot, Courtesy of CBS:

The Equalizer is a reimagining of the classic series starring Academy Award® nominee and multi-hyphenate Queen Latifah (Chicago, Bessie) as Robyn McCall, an enigmatic woman with a mysterious background who uses her extensive skills as a former CIA operative to help those with nowhere else to turn. McCall presents to most as an average single mom who is quietly raising her teenage daughter. But to a trusted few, she is The Equalizer – an anonymous guardian angel and defender of the downtrodden, who’s also dogged in her pursuit of personal redemption.

‘The Good Doctor’ Season 4 Episode 12 Photos: Preview of “Teeny Blue Eyes”

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Rebecca Murray

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March 9, 2021

ABC’s The Good Doctor season four is taking a two-week break which is perfect since, judging by the teaser, fans are going to need a little extra time to emotionally prepare for episode 12. Directed by Rebecca Moline from a script by Peter Blake and Mark Rozeman, episode 12 will air on Monday, March 22, 2021 at 10pm ET/PT.

The cast of season four includes Freddie Highmore as Dr. Shaun Murphy, Antonia Thomas as Dr. Claire Browne, Hill Harper as Dr. Marcus Andrews, and Richard Schiff as Dr. Aaron Glassman. Christina Chang plays Dr. Audrey Lim, Fiona Gubelmann is Dr. Morgan Reznick, Will Yun Lee is Dr. Alex Park, and Paige Spara stars as Lea Dilallo.

Brian Marc, Bria Samone Henderson, Noah Galvin, Christian Clemenson, John Hensley, and Onahoua Rodriguez guest star.

“Teeny Blue Eyes” Plot: When a renowned surgeon comes to St. Bonaventure for treatment, the team’s enthusiasm is quickly overshadowed by the doctor’s behavior. After studying his case, Dr. Shaun Murphy sees a pattern he recognizes.

Meanwhile, Shaun and Lea are forced to make a life-changing decision that will alter the course of their relationship.

Series Description, Courtesy of ABC:

Dr. Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome, continues to use his extraordinary medical gifts at St. Bonaventure Hospital’s surgical unit. As his friendships deepen, Shaun tackles the world of dating for the first time and continues to work harder than he ever has before, navigating his environment to prove to his colleagues that his talents as a surgeon will save lives.

The Good Doctor Season 4 Episode 12 — Paige Spara and Freddie Highmore in ‘The Good Doctor’ season 4 episode 12 (ABC/Jeff Weddell)

‘Blue Bloods’ Season 11 Episode 9 Photos, Cast, Plot and Air Date

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Rebecca Murray

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March 9, 2021

A dead body turns up in Baez’s front yard on CBS’s Blue Bloods season 11 episode nine, “For Whom the Bell Tolls.” Episode nine, directed by Robert Harmon from a script by Brian Burns, will air on Friday, March 26, 2021 at 10pm ET/PT. (Previously scheduled for March 12th.)

Tom Selleck leads the cast as Frank Reagan, Donnie Wahlberg is Danny Reagan, and Bridget Moynahan plays Erin Reagan. The cast also includes Will Estes as Jamie Reagan, Len Cariou as Henry Reagan, Sami Gayle as Nicky Reagan-Boyle, Marisa Ramirez as Det. Maria Baez, and Vanessa Ray plays Officer Eddie Janko.

Episode nine guest stars include Jackie Reynolds as Regina, Luis Antonio Ramos as Captain Espinoza, Jacob Dickey as Officer Luis Diaz, and Constantin Tripes as Eamon.

“For Whom the Bell Tolls” Plot: Baez confides in Danny and asks for his help in proving her innocence after she finds a corpse in her front yard. Also, Erin struggles to find a peaceful solution when she receives harsh case notes from her boss, Jamie and Eddie butt heads over the handling of a young cop’s punishment, and Frank makes his whole team attend therapy after Gormley exhibits troubling behavior.

Series Description, Courtesy of CBS:

Blue Bloods is a drama about a multi-generational family of cops dedicated to New York City law enforcement. Frank Reagan is the New York Police Commissioner, and heads both the police force and the Reagan brood. He runs his department as diplomatically as he runs his family, even when dealing with the politics that plagued his unapologetically bold father, Henry, during his stint as Chief.

A source of pride and concern for Frank is his eldest son, Danny, a seasoned detective, family man and Iraq War vet who on occasion uses dubious tactics to solve cases with his partner, Detective Maria Baez. The Reagan women in the family include middle daughter, Erin, a New York Assistant D.A. who serves as the legal compass for her siblings and father, and is a single parent to her daughter Nicky, who is pursuing a career in San Francisco. Jamie is the youngest Reagan, a Harvard Law graduate and the family’s “golden boy.”

Unable to deny the family tradition, Jamie decided to give up a lucrative future in law and follow in the family footsteps as a cop. He’s found a friend and ally in his wife, Eddie, who keeps him on his toes, and has very different reasons than the Reagans for joining the police force. The Reagans welcomed a new family addition after Frank learned his deceased son, officer Joe Reagan, has an adult child they never knew about, a young man who is a rising NYPD cop.

Blue Bloods Season 11 Episode 9 — Donnie Wahlberg as Danny Reagan and Marisa Ramirez as Maria Baez in ‘Blue Bloods’ season 11 episode 9 (Photo: Patrick Harbron © 2020 CBS Broadcasting Inc)

First Photos: ‘Yasuke’ Anime Series Arrives in April

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Rebecca Murray

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March 8, 2021

Yasuke Anime Series — A scene from ‘Yasuke’ (Photo Courtesy of Netflix)

Yasuke series creator LeSean Thomas (Cannon Busters) and Netflix VP of Japan & Anime John Derderian just announced the series’ premiere date and released the first three images from the much-anticipated anime series. The six-episode first season will be released globally on April 29, 2021.

The series combines the talents of Japanese animation studio MAPPA, character designer Takeshi Koike (Lupin the Third: The Woman Called Fujiko Mine), and composer, co-director and executive producer Flying Lotus. Series creator Thomas also writes, directs, and executive produces, and executive producer LaKeith Stanfield provides the voice of Yasuke.

The series is set in what’s described as an “alternate fantastical Japan during the feudal era.” In this alternate world, a samurai warrior of African descent is charged with protecting a girl from dark forces.

“The story, just like the passionate creative team, transcends borders, cultures, and languages and is one that we’re so proud to tell at Netflix and share with the world,” stated Derderian.

“There is a serendipitous nature about this project, how an African-American man goes to Japan to live and work amongst the very best in Japanese anime to create an anime about an African who goes to Japan to live amongst the Japanese elite and become a warrior,” explained LeSean Thomas. “Part of me deep down feels I was meant to create this adventure series with MAPPA, Flying Lotus, LaKeith & the rest of this talented team.

Yasuke is a fascinating, mysterious figure in Japanese history that’s drawn a growing interest in today’s media over the decades. I first learned of Yasuke’s role in Japanese history over a decade or so. The children’s book, Kuro-suke by Kurusu Yoshio, featured images that piqued my curiosity. To eventually learn that he wasn’t just a fictional character, but a real person, was exciting material for an adventure story.”

Thomas added, “I’m so excited for both longtime fans and newcomers to enjoy our reimagined take on this historical figure.”

The Plot, Courtesy of Netflix:

In a war-torn feudal Japan filled with mechs and magic, the greatest ronin never known, Yasuke, struggles to maintain a peaceful existence after a past life of violence. But when a local village becomes the center of social upheaval between warring daimyo, Yasuke must take up his sword and transport a mysterious child who is the target of dark forces and bloodthirsty warlords.

Magnum P.I. Season 3 Episode 11 Photos, Plot, Trailer, and Air Date

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Rebecca Murray

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March 8, 2021

Corbin Bernsen returns as Icepick on CBS’s Magnum P.I. season three episode 11, “The Lies We Tell.” Directed by Rubba Nada from a script by Katie Varney, episode 11 will air on Friday, March 26, 2021 at 9pm ET/PT. (Previously scheduled for March 12th.)

Jay Hernandez leads the cast as Thomas Magnum. Perdita Weeks is Juliet Higgins, Zachary Knighton is Orville “Rick” Wright, Stephen Hill is Theodore “TC” Calvin, Tim Kang stars as Det. Gordon Katsumoto, and Amy Hill as Teuila “Kumu” Tuileta.

Guest stars include Christopher Thornton, Betsy Phillips, Elyse Levesque, and Nakoa Decoite. Jeff Wiesen, Hayley Malia Johnson, Mathieu Szymkowiak, Ativalu Scanlan, and Cassandra Relynn also guest star in episode 11.

“The Lies We Tell” Plot: When a married woman asks Magnum and Higgins to find her lover’s killer because she doesn’t want to expose the affair to the police, they find that the victim wasn’t who he claimed to be. Also, Rick visits Icepick (Corbin Bernsen), whose health has taken a turn for the worse.

Series Description, Courtesy of CBS:

Magnum P.I. is a modern take on the classic series centering on Thomas Magnum, a decorated former Navy SEAL who, upon returning home from Afghanistan, repurposes his military skills to become a private investigator. A charming rogue, an American hero and a die-hard Detroit Tigers fan, Magnum lives in a guest cottage on Robin’s Nest, the luxurious estate where he works as a security consultant to supplement his P.I. business. The “majordomo” of the property is Juliet Higgins, a beautiful and commanding disavowed MI:6 agent whose second job is to keep Magnum in line, with the help of her two Dobermans.

When Magnum needs back-up on a job, he turns to his trusted buddies and fellow POW survivors, Theodore “TC” Calvin, a former Marine chopper pilot who runs Island Hoppers, a helicopter tour business, and Orville “Rick” Wright, a former Marine door-gunner-turned-impresario of Oahu’s coolest nightclub and the most connected man on the island.

Suspicious of Magnum’s casual attitude and presence at his crime scenes, Detective Gordon Katsumoto finds that he and Magnum are more alike than either of them care to admit. One of Magnum’s biggest supporters is Teuila “Kumu” Tuileta, the unofficial “House Mom” and cultural curator of Robin’s Nest. With keys to a vintage Ferrari in one hand, aviator sunglasses in the other, and an Old Düsseldorf longneck chilling in the fridge, Thomas Magnum is back on the case!

Magnum PI Season 3 Episode 11 — Jay Hernandez as Thomas Magnum and Perdita Weeks as Juliet Higgins in ‘Magnum P.I.’ season 3 episode 11 (Photo: Karen Neal © 2021 CBS Broadcasting, Inc)

‘The Falcon and The Winter Soldier’ Drops New Trailer and Character Posters

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Rebecca Murray

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March 8, 2021

Hot off the huge success of WandaVision, Disney+ is about to launch Marvel Studios’ The Falcon and The Winter Soldier on March 19, 2021. With the premiere less than two weeks away, Disney+ debuted a new short trailer for the comic book-inspired series along with four character posters.

The just-released posters feature series stars Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson aka The Falcon, Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes aka The Winter Soldier, Daniel Brühl as Zemo, and Emily VanCamp as Sharon Carter.

The six-episode series was directed by Kari Skogland. Malcolm Spellman served as the head writer.

The Plot, Courtesy of Disney+:

In Marvel Studios’ The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, Sam Wilson/Falcon and Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier, who came together in the final moments of Avengers: Endgame, team up on a global adventure that tests their abilities — and their patience.

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