Season two episode two of Fox’s Prodigal Son finds Malcolm continuing to work through issues surrounding Nicholas Endicott’s death. Episode two, “Speak of The Devil,” will air on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 9pm ET/PT.
The cast is led by Tom Payne as Malcolm Bright and Michael Sheen as his serial killer dad, Dr. Martin Whitly. Bellamy Young is Jessica Whitly, Halson Sage plays Ainsley Whitly, Lou Diamond Phillips is NYPD Lieutenant Gil Arroyo. Aurora Perrineau plays Dani Powell, Keiko Agena is Dr. Edrisa Tanaka, and Frank Harts is JT Tarmel.
“Speak of The Devil” Plot: When a priest is found murdered in his place of worship, Bright grapples with its effect on his own trauma. Martin, trying to help with the case, consults his fellow inmate, Friar Pete (guest star Christian Borle), whom he learns is keeping a secret of his own.
Meanwhile, Ainsley grows worried that Jessica is keeping something from her regarding her relationship with Gil. And Dani, Gil, and Malcolm rally behind JT, urging him to speak to his union rep about the discrimination he’s been facing.
Prodigal Son follows Malcolm Bright, a criminal profiler with a rare talent for getting inside the minds of killers. He learned how they think because his father, Dr. Martin Whitly was a notorious serial killer known as “The Surgeon.” Now he’s using his twisted genius to help the NYPD solve their most puzzling murders. Bright’s team, led by his longtime mentor, NYPD Lieutenant Gil Arroyo, includes Detectives Dani Powell, JT Tarmel and medical examiner Dr. Edrisa Tanaka.
Season Two picks up with Bright’s personal life in disarray after his sister Ainsley’s shocking actions in the Season One finale. Now, he must “take care” of her and protect his mother Jessica Whitly from a secret that could tear the family apart all over again! Further complicating matters, Martin seeks to deepen his relationship with Bright, his prodigal son, but forging this bond leads to shocking twists and revelations.
Tom Holland reunites with his Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame directors for Cherry, a crime drama heading to Apple TV+ on March 12, 2021. Apple TV+ just released the full trailer for the film which is based on Nico Walker’s debut novel – a novel he wrote while in prison.
Prior to its March release on the subscription service, Cherry will open in select theaters on February 26, 2021.
In addition to Tom Holland, the cast includes Ciara Bravo, Jack Reynor, Michael Rispoli, Jeff Wahlberg, Forrest Goodluck, and Michael Gandolfini. Anthony Russo and Joe Russo directed, with Angela Russo-Otstot and Jessica Goldberg adapting Walker’s novel for the screen.
The Russo Brothers produced along with Mike Larocca, Jonathan Gray, Matthew Rhodes, Jake Aust, and Chris Castaldi. Nico Walker was involved as an executive producer. Kristy Grisham, Judd Payne, Wang Zhongjun, Wang Zhonglei, Edward Cheng, Patrick Newall, Angela Russo-Otstot, Todd Makurath, Dan Kaplow, and Matthew Johnson also executive produced.
The Plot, Courtesy of Apple TV+:
Cherry follows the wild journey of a disenfranchised young man from Ohio who meets the love of his life, only to risk losing her through a series of bad decisions and challenging life circumstances. Inspired by the best-selling novel of the same name, Cherry features Tom Holland in the title role as an unhinged character who drifts from dropping out of college to serving in Iraq as an Army medic and is only anchored by his one true love, Emily (Bravo). When Cherry returns home a war hero, he battles the demons of undiagnosed PTSD and spirals into drug addiction, surrounding himself with a menagerie of depraved misfits. Draining his finances, Cherry turns to bank robbing to fund his addiction, shattering his relationship with Emily along the way.
Brought to the screen in bold, gritty fashion by visionary directors Anthony and Joe Russo, Cherry is a darkly humorous, unflinching coming-of-age story of a man on a universal quest for purpose and human connection.
The official trailer for Netflix’s Firefly Lane introduces Katherine Heigl and Sarah Chalke playing best friends who’ve stuck together through thick and thin. The series is based on the bestselling novel by Kristin Hannah and, in addition to Heigl and Chalke, stars Ben Lawson, Ali Skovbye, Roan Curtis, Yael Yurman, and Beau Garrett.
Series creator/showrunner Maggie Friedman hadn’t read the book prior to being introduced to the story by a producer. Friedman said she immediately fell in love with the story which she describes as focusing on an epic female friendship.
“It’s really about the power of friendships have in shaping our lives. The relationships that make us who we are, and the impact we have on other people, sometimes without even realizing it,” said Friedman when asked what she hopes viewers will take away from the series. “Your soulmate isn’t necessarily the person you marry or fall in love with. Maybe you’ll watch it, and afterward you’ll call your best friend and tell her you love her.”
Friedman executive produces with Katherine Heigl, Stephanie Germain, Shawn Williamson, and Lee Rose. Author Kristin Hannah was involved as a co-executive producer.
The 10 episode season premieres on February 3, 2021.
The greatest love story of all can be between friends. When unlikely duo Tully (Heigl) and Kate (Chalke) meet at age fourteen, they couldn’t be more different. Tully is the brash and bold girl you can’t ignore, while Kate is the mousy shy girl you never notice. But when a tragedy brings them together, they are bonded for life — forever inseparable best friends.
Together they experience thirty years of ups and downs — triumphs and disappointments, heartbreak and joy, and a love triangle that strains their friendship. One goes on to fabulous wealth and fame, the other chooses marriage and motherhood — but through the decades, their bond remains — until it faces the ultimate test.
Amazon Prime Video just served up the first video clip from the fantasy comedy, The Map of Tiny Perfect Things. The first clip features a “meet cute” with a Groundhog Day twist and was accompanied by the movie’s poster.
The PG-13 rated film stars Kathryn Newton (Big Little Lies), Kyle Allen (American Horror Story), Jermaine Harris (Ballers), Anna Mikami (Birds of Prey), Josh Hamilton (13 Reasons Why), and Cleo Fraser (The Unicorn). Lev Grossman adapted his short story for the film and Ian Samuels directed.
The Amazon Original movie will premiere on February 12, 2021.
The Plot:
The film tells the story of quick-witted teen Mark, contentedly living the same day in an endless loop whose world is turned upside-down when he meets mysterious Margaret also stuck in the time loop. Mark and Margaret form a magnetic partnership, setting out to find all the tiny things that make that one day perfect. What follows is a love story with a fantastical twist, as the two struggle to figure out how – and whether – to escape their never-ending day.
Season five of TNT’s critically acclaimed drama Animal Kingdom is set to premiere sometime this summer. And, fortunately, that upcoming fifth season will not be the series’ last. The network officially confirmed Animal Kingdom has been renewed for a sixth and final season.
Set to return for season five are Shawn Hatosy as Pope, Ben Robson as Craig, Jake Weary as Deran, Finn Cole as J, Leila George as Janine, Rigo Sanchez as Manny, and Jon Beavers as Jake. Season four saw the end of Ellen Barkin’s run as the Cody family matriarch, Smurf.
According to TNT, Animal Kingdom season four reached 27 million viewers and was included in 2019’s list of the top 10 cable dramas. The series was inspired by the 2010 award-winning independent film of the same name, with Jonathan Lisco developing it for television.
The film’s writer and director, David Michôd, and producer Liz Watts serve as executive producers on the TNT series. John Wells, Daniele Nathanson, and Erin Jontow also executive produce.
Animal Kingdom‘s a John Wells Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television.
The Season 5 Plot:
In Animal Kingdom season five, Pope, Craig, Deran, and J are still dealing with the fallout from the events surrounding Smurf’s death, including family members out for revenge. With their kingdom without a leader, the Codys struggle to maintain their fragile alliance and to see which of them will come out on top.
Meanwhile, they search for more information on Pamela Johnson whom Smurf made the beneficiary of her estate. And back in 1984, an increasingly volatile 29-year-old Smurf is forging her own path raising Pope and Julia and leading the charge on dangerous jobs with new and old friends.
How to Get Away with Murder‘s Conrad Ricamora guest stars on Fox’s The Resident season four episode two. Episode two, “Mina’s Kangaroo Court,” will air on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 8pm ET/PT followed by a new episode of Prodigal Son season two.
Season four stars Matt Czuchry as Dr. Conrad Hawkins, Emily Van Camp as Nurse Practitioner Nicolette Nevin, Manish Dayal as Dr. Devon Pravesh, and Bruce Greenwood as Dr. Randolph Bell. Shaunette Renee Wilson plays Dr. Mina Okafor, Jane Leeves is Dr. Kit Voss, Malcolm-Jamal Warner is Dr. AJ Austin, and Morris Chestnut is R. Barrett Cain.
“Mina’s Kangaroo Court” Plot: When Cain’s elective surgery patient returns with complications, Mina and Raptor butt heads over how to handle the situation. Conrad and Devon treat a local Congresswoman who withholds information that could prevent her from receiving proper treatment, causing Devon to open up about his grief. In the wake of losing many colleagues to the virus, Bell worries who would be there for him in a moment of crisis and finds himself mining his own past to find his estranged former stepson, elite plastic surgeon Dr. Jake Wong (guest star Conrad Ricamora).
Meanwhile, Logan Kim finds himself on the chopping block when the doctors are questioned about his actions during the pandemic.
The Official Season 4 Description, Courtesy of Fox:
Entering its fourth season, The Resident will shine a light on the daily heroism of our health care workers. The provocative medical drama follows the doctors and nurses at Chastain Memorial Hospital, as they face personal and professional challenges and fight for their patients’ health.
This season, a glimpse at the harrowing nightmare that was COVID-19’s relentless grip on urban hospitals will give way, as the series jumps forward to sunnier days. With black-hearted Red Rock Mountain Medical figurehead Logan Kim ousted, the rudderless hospital finds its new CEO in star orthopedic surgeon Dr. Kit Voss, when she spearheads Chastain’s transition from private to public hospital. Now, after three seasons of bucking the system, the doctors have a seat at the table – and will fight to fix the broken machine from the inside.
Reeling from an earth-shattering loss, Dr. Devon Pravesh begins suffering from an identity crisis, as he blames the flawed public hospital model, of which he is now a part. After their challenging year, Dr. Conrad Hawkins and Nurse Practioner Nicolette Nevin tie the knot in an intimate and beautiful wedding, strengthening their already powerful bond. But shortly thereafter, Nic suffers a horrifying experience, the fallout of which will plague her for years. With support from both Conrad and Nic’s oldest friend, the unpredictable, sharp-tongued nurse Billie Ramos, Nic battles her trauma head-on to get back in the ring for her patients.
When Chastain’s public status and slashed payroll budget costs them their top surgeons, Dr. Randolph Bell finds himself mining his own past to find his estranged former stepson, elite plastic surgeon Dr. Jake Wong (guest star Conrad Ricamora). Bell attempts to bring Dr. Wong to Chastain to increase the number of world-class surgeries at the hospital and to repair their complicated past.
Overqualified Surgical Resident Dr. Mina Okafor world is upended when she discovers her immigration status has been threatened in a way that even her brilliant, braggadocious mentor, Dr. AJ Austin may not be able to help her with. Dr. Barrett Cain is blindsided by karma and a colleague, in a cataclysmic event that costs him nearly everything. Upon recovery, he chooses vengeance, the ramifications of which threaten to tear the heart out of his colleagues and Chastain itself.
Charmed returns to The CW’s primetime lineup with the season three premiere airing on January 24, 2021. Season three episode one just released a few photos along with the plot description for “An Inconvenient Truth.” Directed by Stuart Gillard from a script by Natalia Fernandez, episode one finds The Faction continuing to threaten the Charmed Ones.
Season two wrapped up with “Unsafe Space” on May 1, 2020. New episodes of season three will air on Sundays at 9pm ET/PT after Batwoman.
The cast is led by Melonie Diaz as Melanie Vera, Sarah Jeffery as Maggie Vera, and Madeleine Mantock as Macy Vaughn. Jordan Donica plays Jordan, Poppy Drayton is Abigael, and Rupert Evans plays Harry Greenwood.
“An Inconvenient Truth” Plot: SEASON PREMIERE – The Charmed Ones’ (Diaz, Mantock and Jeffery) lives are in jeopardy as The Faction closes in. Macy and Harry (Evans) struggle to define their relationship.
Yvonne Orji and Issa Rae in ‘Insecure’ season 4 (Photograph by Merie W. Wallace/HBO)
HBO announced season five of the Emmy Award-winning comedy Insecure will begin production later this month. That bit of good news was accompanied by the disappointing news that season five will be the series’ final season.
The critically acclaimed comedy was created by series star/executive producer Issa Rae and Larry Wilmore. Issa Rae’s co-stars include Yvonne Orji, Jay Ellis, Natasha Rothwell, Amanda Seales, and Alexander Hodge. Prentice Penny, Melina Matsoukas, Michael Rotenberg, Dave Becky, Jonathan Berry, Amy Aniobi, and Jim Kleverweis serve as executive producers.
“Issa has turned insecurity into an iconic form of comedy,” said Amy Gravitt, Executive Vice President, HBO Programming. “The show is as incisive as it is heartfelt, and it has resonated strongly with its audience because of the deeply personal work that Issa, Prentice, Melina, the cast and the writers have put into it. This talented team has conceived a brilliant final season for Insecure and we look forward to having many more stories to tell with this singular group of collaborators.”
Issa Rae took to Twitter to comment on the series’ big announcement. “Very excited to film our fifth and final season! We couldn’t have told a complete story without the tremendous support of our audience and the faith of @HBO. See y’all soon!” – @IssaRae
And Yvonne Orji tweeted, “We going out with a bang y’all… thanks for rocking with us!!”
Insecure kicked off its 10-episode fourth season in April. Season four earned nine Emmy Award nominations including Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series (Issa Rae), Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (Yvonne Orji), and Outstanding Comedy Series. Insecure has also earned Golden Globe, AFI, BET, Critics Choice, and People’s Choice nominations.
Season five is expected to premiere later this year.
The Plot, Courtesy of HBO:
The new season will continue to follow our favorite characters as they evaluate their relationships, both new and old, in an effort to figure out who and what comes with them in this next phase of their lives.
CBS’s FBI: Most Wanted will finally return from its long winter break on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 10pm ET/PT. Season two episode four, “Anonymous,” was directed by Deran Sarafian from a script by Spindrift Beck.
Julian McMahon returns as Supervisory Special Agent Jess LaCroix, Kellan Lutz plays Special Agent Kenny Crosby, Roxy Sternberg stars as Special Agent Sheryll Barnes, Keisha Castle-Hughes is Special Agent Hana Gibson, and Nathaniel Arcand stars as Special Agent Clinton Skye.
Episode four guest stars include Gabrielle Walsh, Patrick Foley, Marianne Noscheze, Brian McCarthy, Brian Anthony Wilson, and Sally Ann Stewart. Lisa Hampton, Erik Kochenberger, Jahneer Williams, JT O’Connor, Constance Zaytoun, Kayla Wickes, Matias Bonino, Cameron Folmar, and Asha Etchison also guest star in “Anonymous.”
“Anonymous” Plot: The team searches for a young woman who is heading down a deadly path of vengeance, using ties to an online radical conspiracy organization to further her cause. Also, Barnes must make a life-changing decision, finding it hard to not let the dark side of her job affect her.
The Season 2 Plot, Courtesy of CBS:
From Emmy Award winner Dick Wolf and the team behind FBI and the Law & Order brand, FBI: Most Wanted is a high-stakes drama that focuses on the Fugitive Task Force, an elite unit that relentlessly pursues and captures the notorious criminals on the Bureau’s Most Wanted list. Led by Supervisory Special Agent Jess LaCroix, an expert tracker and profiler with a complicated past, the team includes: Special Agent Sheryll Barnes, a former NYPD detective and forensics expert who is raising a child with her new wife; Special Agent Clinton Skye, the spiritual glue of the team and surveillance guru who was recruited by his brother-in-law, Jess; Special Agent Hana Gibson, a gifted millennial computer whiz with a sharp wit and mad hacking skills; and Special Agent Kenny Crosby, a young Army vet and brash Oklahoma farm boy who specializes in weapons and tactics.
Always in the field and always on the run, FBI: Most Wanted is a weekly adrenaline shot about the thrill of the chase.
CBS has just released a batch of photos from the upcoming season five episode five of action drama, MacGyver. Episode five, “Jack + Kinematics + Safe Cracker + MgKNO3 + GTO,” was directed by Ericson Core from a script by Jim Adler and will air on Friday, January 15, 2021 at 8pm ET/PT.
Lucas Till stars as Angus “Mac” MacGyver, Tristin Mays plays Riley Davis, and Justin Hires is Wilt Bozer. Meredith Eaton is Matty Weber, Levy Tran is Desi Nguyen, and Henry Ian Cusick plays Russ Taylor.
Episode five guest stars include Ernest Miller as Lt. Ray Walker, Bojana Novakovic as Anya Vitez, and Nick E. Tarabay as Tibor Babic.
“Jack + Kinematics + Safe Cracker + MgKNO3 + GTO” Plot: Using a cryptic postcard as their only clue, Mac and the team must solve a fallen friend’s final case and bring him justice.
Series Description, Courtesy of CBS:
MacGyver, a reimagining of the classic series, is an action-adventure drama about 20-something Angus “Mac” MacGyver, who is part of a clandestine organization within the U.S. government, where he uses his extraordinary talent for unconventional problem-solving and vast scientific knowledge to save lives. Joining his team on high-risk missions around the globe are Riley Davis, an unpredictable computer hacker with a chip on her shoulder; Wilt Bozer, Mac’s roommate and an agent on the team; Matty Weber, a legend in Covert Ops and the director of operations at the Phoenix Foundation; Desi Nguyen, whose job is to protect MacGyver and his team on their global missions; and Russ Taylor, quick-witted, Oxford-educated, ex-military skilled in propaganda and lie detection, who shakes things up by challenging the way MacGyver and the team are used to doing things.
Under the aegis of the Phoenix Foundation, MacGyver takes on the responsibility of saving the world, armed to the teeth with resourcefulness and little more than bubble gum and a paper clip.
