Emmy nominee Nick Offerman and Emmy winner Mary-Louise Parker have signed on to star in the Netflix limited series Colin in Black & White, based on the life of former NFL star and activist Colin Kaepernick. Offerman will play Rick Kaepernick and Parker’s on board to play Teresa Kaepernick.
Netflix’s casting announcement came with the following description of Offerman and Parker’s characters:
“Teresa and Rick Kaepernick, the adoptive parents of Colin Kaepernick, must navigate what it means to raise a Black child in a predominantly white family and community.”
Offerman and Parker join a cast that will feature Jaden Michael as Colin Kaepernick during his teenage years in high school. The series was created by Colin Kaepernick along with Oscar nominee and Emmy winner Ava DuVernay. Emmy nominee Michael Starrbury’s attached to write and executive produce.
Kaepernick and DuVernay will executive produce, and Kaepernick is also confirmed to appear as the limited series’ narrator.
Mary-Louise Parker earned three Emmy nominations and a Golden Globe award for her starring role in the pot comedy, Weeds. Parker also earned Emmy nominations for her performances in The West Wing and The Robber Bride, winning an Emmy for her work in Angels in America. She was recently seen on Broadway in Adam Rapp’s The Sound Inside, earning a Tony Award nomination for Lead Actress in a Play.
Nick Offerman’s best known for his role as Ron Swanson in the half-hour comedy series, Parks & Recreation. Offerman’s recent television credits include Devs and Fargo, and he’s earned two Emmy nominations for co-hosting the reality competition series Making It with Amy Poehler.
The Plot, Courtesy of Netflix:
“The six-episode series will provide an introspective look at Kaepernick’s adolescent years as a Black teen growing up with a white adopted family. It will follow his journey to become a great quarterback while defining his identity and lending meaningful insight into the acts and experiences that led him to become the Freedom Fighter he is today.”
A nearby disaster sends the team scrambling on NBC’s Transplant season one episode 10. Episode 10, “Collapse,” will air on November 24, 2020 at 10pm ET/PT.
The cast of season one includes Hamza Haq as Dr. Bashir “Bash” Hamed, Laurence Leboeuf as Dr. Magalie “Mags” LeBlanc, John Hannah as Dr. Jed Bishop, Jim Watson as Dr. Theo Hunter, and Ayisha Issa as Dr. June Curtis. Sirena Gulamgaus plays Amira, Linda E. Smith is Dr. Wendy Atwater, and Torri Higginson plays Claire Malone.
“Collapse” Plot: When an explosion takes place near the hospital, Bash runs toward the danger. When a schoolgirl is brought into the hospital in cardiac arrest, Theo does everything he can to save her.
The Season 1 Plot, Courtesy of NBC:
When Dr. Bashir Hamed (Haq), a charismatic Syrian doctor with battle-tested skills in emergency medicine, flees his war-torn homeland, he and younger sister Amira (Gulamgaus) become refugees, struggling to forge a new life in Canada. But if Bash ever wants to be a doctor again, he must redo his medical training from the ground up and obtaining a coveted residency position is nearly impossible.
When a horrific truck crash nearly kills a senior doctor right in front of him, Bash saves the doctor’s life and earns a residency in the biggest Emergency Department of the best hospital in Toronto.
Yet for all Bash’s experience, it’s a tough road. Bash’s training is different, his life experience are unique to him and he’s not an exact match for his new colleagues, who include Dr. Magalie “Mags” LeBlanc (Leboeuf), a ferociously analytical second-year resident who pushes herself relentlessly; Dr. June Curtis (Issa), a reserved, ambitious surgical resident whose loyalty doesn’t come easily; and Dr. Theo Hunter (Watson), a pediatric Emergency Fellow whose small-town upbringing is cracking wide open as life at the hospital changes his worldview.
The team works tirelessly to save lives and win the approval of the legendary head of the Emergency Department, Dr. Jed Bishop (Hannah), all the while managed by sharp-eyed, acerbic Dr. Wendy Atwater (Smith) and supported by longtime head nurse, the deadpan, confident Claire Malone (Higginson).
Through it all, Bash tries to meet the demand of his new country and new job, while trying to pay the bills, raise his little sister and carve out a new life for them both in this unfamiliar land. It’s a journey that’s universal to people everywhere. Bash aims high and is determined to succeed, and those around are quick to see that his passion and hopefulness are contagious. But will his newfound life reject him, or will this “transplant” take?
Hamza Haq as Dr. Bashir “Bash” Hamed in ‘Transplant’ season 1 episode 10 (Photo by: Yan Turcotte/Sphere Media/CTV/NBC)Laurence Leboeuf as Dr. Magalie Leblanc in season 1 episode 10 (Photo by: Yan Turcotte/Sphere Media/CTV/NBC)Jim Watson as Dr. Theo Hunter, Ayisha Issa as Dr. June Curtis, Hamza Haq as Dr. Bashir “Bash” Hamed, Laurence Leboeuf as Dr. Magalie Leblanc, Mariah Inger as Rhoda DaSilva, and John Hannah as Dr. Jed Bishop (Photo by: Yan Turcotte/Sphere Media/CTV/NBC)Hamza Haq as Dr. Bashir “Bash” Hamed in season 1 episode 10 (Photo by: Yan Turcotte/Sphere Media/CTV/NBC)Hamza Haq as Dr. Bashir “Bash” Hamed in season 1 episode 10 (Photo by: Yan Turcotte/Sphere Media/CTV/NBC)Jim Watson as Dr. Theo Hunter, Laurence Leboeuf as Dr. Magalie Leblanc, Kenny Wong as Arnold De Luca, and Ayisha Issa as Dr. June Curtis (Photo by: Yan Turcotte/Sphere Media/CTV/NBC)
TNT, TBS and truTV just released the early 2021 premiere dates for Snowpiercer season two, Impractical Jokers season nine, and The Misery Index season three. Premiere dates for new shows Fast Foodies and Go-Big Show were also just announced by the trio of networks.
“At a time when we’re all craving shared experiences and connecting with friends, our shows in January and February help fulfill that need. Our diverse lineup leans into the comradery of friendship, fun escapism, and critically acclaimed dramas that bring people together,” stated Brett Weitz, General Manager for TNT, TBS and truTV. “Across all three networks, we continue to push the boundaries of storytelling to entertain audiences around the country with compelling characters and outstanding series from the industry’s best creators.”
In addition to announcing the premiere dates, TNT, TBS, and truTV released descriptions for the upcoming new seasons.
Daveed Diggs and Jennifer Connelly star in ‘Snowpiercer’ (Photo Credit: TNT)
SNOWPIERCER (SEASON 2) – Mondays at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT beginning January 25 on TNT
At the end of season one, the survivors of the revolution are trying to pick up the pieces and maintain a fragile peace amongst the now merged classes with Layton (Daveed Diggs) emerging as the train’s leader. Discovering Mr. Wilford (Sean Bean) is alive and headed their way on a rival train, Melanie (Jennifer Connelly) risks going outside to prevent him from invading Snowpiercer. While she’s out there, it’s revealed that Alexandra (Rowan Blanchard), Melanie’s daughter, who she thought had died, is alive and has become Wilford’s dedicated protege.
In season two, an entirely new power struggle emerges, causing a dangerous rift as people are divided between their loyalty to Layton and to Mr. Wilford, who has a new train, new technology and a game plan that keeps everyone guessing. While Layton battles Wilford for the soul of Snowpiercer, Melanie leads the charge on a shocking new discovery that could change the fate of humanity.
GO-BIG SHOW – Thursdays at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT beginning January 7 on TBS Go-Big Show showcases supersized talents on a scale never before seen on television. Featuring monster trucks, alligator and snake trainers, stunt archery, world record holders and other radical feats, the program celebrates daring acts alongside personal, behind-the-scenes stories from the challengers as they battle head-to-head to impress the judges and advance toward the finale’s ultimate $100,000 prize.
Bert Kreischer hosts Go-Big Show with celebrity judges Snoop Dogg, Rosario Dawson, Jennifer Nettles and AEW’s Cody Rhodes.
THE MISERY INDEX (SEASON 3) – Tuesdays at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT beginning January 26 on TBS
Inspired by the card game Sh*t Happens, The Misery Index features teams competing against each other by attempting to rate hilarious and miserable real-life events based on the “misery index,” a ranking system created by a team of therapists.
Jameela Jamil stars as the show’s host with The Tenderloins comedy troupe and stars of truTV’s “Impractical Jokers” – Brian “Q” Quinn, James “Murr” Murray, Joe Gatto and Sal Vulcano – starring as recurring panelists. This season will feature special appearances from celebrity guests including Travis Kelce, Joel McHale and All Elite Wrestling’s Jon Moxley.
IMPRACTICAL JOKERS (SEASON 9) – Thursdays at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT beginning February 4 on truTV
In cable’s #1 unscripted comedy series, four comedians and lifelong friends known as The Tenderloins compete to embarrass each other with a series of hilarious and outrageous antics. All the while, Sal, Joe, Q, and Murr challenge the limits of their friendship. At the end of every episode, the biggest loser must endure a punishment of epic proportions.
FAST FOODIES – Thursdays at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT beginning February 4 on truTV
In Fast Foodies, Top Chef winners Kristen Kish, Jeremy Ford and Iron Chef winner Justin Sutherland compete to perfectly recreate and then skillfully reimagine a celebrity guest’s favorite fast food dish. From double burgers to Hawaiian pizza and sausage muffins, these culinary masters are ready to showcase their love of pop culture fast food legends and their expert skills to win the “Chompionship Trophy.”
Celebrity guests include Joel McHale, James Van Der Beek), Andy Richter, Amanda Seales, Ron Funches, Charlotte McKinney, Kevin Hefferman & Steve Lemme, Fortune Feimster, GaTa, and Bobby Lee.
IMPRACTICAL JOKERS: AFTER PARTY – Thursdays at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT beginning February 4 on truTV
Host Joey Fatone takes the Impractical Jokers and surprise guests through a deep dive of challenges, special play-by-play punishment analysis, and bonus content. You’ll get candid commentary and insider access to the Jokers like never before!
Warner Bros. Pictures just debuted a lengthy official trailer for Tom & Jerry based on the classic William Hanna and Joseph Barbera cartoon characters. The animation/live-action hybrid finds the crazy frenemies wreaking havoc on a luxurious New York City hotel.
The cast includes Chloë Grace Moretz (Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising, The Addams Family), Michael Peña (Cesar Chavez, American Hustle, Ant-Man), Rob Delaney (Deadpool 2, Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw), Colin Jost (How to be Single, Saturday Night Live), and Ken Jeong (Crazy Rich Asians, The Hangover, Transformers: Dark of the Moon). Fantastic Four‘s Tim Story directed from a screenplay by Kevin Costello.
Chris DeFaria produced, with director Tim Story, Adam Goodman, Steven Harding, Sam Register, Jesse Ehrman, and Allison Abbate executive producing. Story’s behind the scenes team includes director of photography Alan Stewart, production designer James Hambidge, editor Peter S. Elliot, and costume designer Alison McCosh. Christopher Lennertz composed the film’s score.
Warner Bros. Pictures is targeting a March 5, 2021 theatrical release for the PG-rated comedy.
The Plot, Courtesy of WB:
One of the most beloved rivalries in history is reignited when Jerry moves into New York City’s finest hotel on the eve of “the wedding of the century,” forcing the event’s desperate planner to hire Tom to get rid of him, in director Tim Story’s Tom and Jerry. The ensuing cat and mouse battle threatens to destroy her career, the wedding and possibly the hotel itself. But soon, an even bigger problem arises: a diabolically ambitious staffer conspiring against all three of them.
An eye-popping blend of classic animation and live action, Tom and Jerry’s new adventure stakes new ground for the iconic characters and forces them to do the unthinkable… work together to save the day.
And here we go…the series finale of The CW’s Supernatural has released new photos featuring the Winchester Brothers on the road for one last time. Season 15 episode 20 will air on November 19, 2020 at 9pm ET/PT following the one-hour special, Supernatural: The Long Road Home.
The special celebrates the series’ lengthy run and will feature interviews with Jared Padalecki, Jensen Ackles, Misha Collins, and Alexander Calvert. Creator Eric Kripke and executive producers Robert Singer and Andrew Dabb will also appear in the special as will special guest stars Jim Beaver, Samantha Smith, Ruth Connell, Kim Rhodes, and Mark Sheppard.
The final season cast includes Jared Padalecki as Sam Winchester, Jensen Ackles as Dean Winchester, Misha Collins as Castiel, and Alexander Calvert as Jack.
Robert Singer had the honor of directing the series finale from a script by Andrew Dabb.
“Carry On” Plot: THE END – After 15 seasons, the longest-running sci-fi series in the US is coming to an end. Baby, it’s the final ride for saving people and hunting things.
Details on Supernatural Season 15, Courtesy of The CW:
“The epic journey of the Winchester brothers comes to a close as Supernatural enters its final season. Sam and Dean and the angel Castiel have conquered monsters, demons, Heaven and Hell, and in the show’s 14th season, the Winchesters grappled with the Archangel Michael possessing Dean.
In a valiant act, Sam and Dean’s surrogate son Jack destroyed his soul to redeem his adoptive father. But this proved to be a fatal error, leading to the accidental death of Mary Winchester. The 14th season also featured the return of John Winchester (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) for the show’s historic 300th episode.
Now, heading into their 15th season, Sam and Dean find themselves facing a threat beyond anything they’ve ever grappled with… anything they’ve ever imagined: God himself.”
HBO Max has set a Thursday, December 3, 2020 premiere date for Carrie Underwood’sMy Gift: A Christmas Special From Carrie Underwood. The special celebrates the holidays and will feature songs from her just-released Christmas album, My Gift.
“I’m thrilled to be collaborating with Playtone and HBO Max to bring My Gift to life,” said Underwood. “Just like the album, I hope this special will help bring some much-needed joy and become part of the soundtrack to people’s holiday festivities this year as it streams throughout the season and beyond.”
Emmy nominee Sandra Restrepo directed the special, with Underwood, Ann Edelblute, Gary Goetzman, and Tom Hanks executive producing.
“This special is an homage to the classic, timeless holiday specials, highlighting the vocal gifts of the incomparable Carrie Underwood,” stated producer Goetzman. “She’s an artist who transcends genres and shows here why audiences love her around the world.”
Underwood’s My Gift debuted in the top spot on Billboard’s Country, Christian, and Holiday charts. It also earned the #1 spot on the UK Country chart and the Canadian Country chart.
Underwood’s full-length Christmas album was released in September and features the following tracks:
Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee (Traditional)
O Come All Ye Faithful (Traditional)
Let There Be Peace (Carrie Underwood, Brett James, David Garcia)
Little Drummer Boy (featuring Isaiah Fisher) (Harry Simeone, Henry Onorati, Katherine Davis)
Sweet Baby Jesus (Carrie Underwood, Brett James, David Garcia)
Hallelujah (with John Legend) (John Stephens, Toby Gad)
O Holy Night (Traditional)
Mary, Did You Know? (Buddy Greene, Mark Lowry)
Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas (Ralph Blane, Hugh Martin)
Away In A Manger (Traditional)
Silent Night (Traditional)
My Gift: A Christmas Special From Carrie Underwood Description, Courtesy of HBO Max:
In the Max Original, Underwood performs a combination of beloved traditional favorites celebrating the joy and hopefulness of the holiday, as well as new original material from her first-ever full-length Christmas album My Gift, which was released earlier this fall. On the special, she is accompanied by her band, as well as a live orchestra and choir, conducted by Underwood’s longtime friend, Emmy® Award-winning musical director Rickey Minor.
The special features many heartfelt moments and performances, including a duet with John Legend, singing “Hallelujah,” an original song he co-wrote with Toby Gad, which appears on her My Gift album. Viewers will also get an inside look behind the scenes of Underwood recording “Little Drummer Boy” with her five-year-old son Isaiah.
Michael Beach guest stars as Darryl’s father on season four episode three of CBS’s S.W.A.T.. Episode three, “The Black Hand Man,” will air on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 10pm ET/PT.
Shemar Moore leads the cast as Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson, Alex Russell plays Jim Street, Jay Harrington is David “Deacon” Kay, and Lina Esco plays Christina “Chris” Alonso. Kenny Johnson stars as Dominique Luca, David Lim is Victor Tan, Patrick St. Esprit is Commander Robert Hicks, and Amy Farrington plays Lieutenant Piper Lynch.
Recurring season four cast members include Bre Blair as Annie Kay, Obba Babatundé as Daniel Harrelson, Sr., Deshae Frost as Darryl, Rochelle Aytes as Nichelle, Susan Chuang as Chan Fei, Chris L. McKenna as DEA Agent Simons, and David Gautreaux as Edward Yannick.
Adam Aalderks, Lyndie Greenwood, Gareth Williams, Tacey Adams, Abigail Marlowe, Jully Lee, Alexandria Bedria, Hunter Sansone, Al Sapienza, and Gilbert Glenn Brown guest star in episode three. Douglas Aarniokoski directed from a script by Aaron Rahsaan Thomas and Matthew T. Brown.
“The Black Hand Man” Plot: Hondo is conflicted when Leroy (Michael Beach), his incarcerated childhood friend and Darryl’s (Frost) father, asks him to speak on his behalf at a parole hearing. Also, SWAT helps the FBI track down a mob informant on the run from the crime family he is meant to testify against, and the team dynamic becomes complicated when Street and Tan sign up for a leadership competition Chris has been training months for.
The two-part season two premiere of CBS’s All Rise finishes up with episode two, “Keep Ya Head Up.” Season two episode two was directed by Erica Watson from a script by Kimberly A. Harrison and will air on Monday, November 23, 2020 at 9pm ET/PT.
Episode two’s guest cast includes Shalim Ortiz as Joaquin Luna and Anna Grace Barlow as Jennifer Seigal.
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.
“Keep Ya Head Up” Plot: Lola may be asked to recuse herself from a case after the video of her detainment is leaked. Also, Mark continues to seek the hate crime enhancement in Jesse’s (Tyler Barnhardt) trial, even after being met with resistance, and the case is further complicated when Jesse is suspected of having a medical condition.
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.
Dr. Murphy learns being a good doctor means having patience as he struggles to deal with residents on ABC’s The Good Doctor season four episode four. “Not the Same” will air on Monday, November 23, 2020 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.
Episode four guest stars include Brian Marc as Dr. Enrique Guerin, Bria Samone Henderson as Dr. Jordan Allen, Noah Galvin as Dr. Asher Wolke, Summer Brown as Dr. Olivia Jackson, and Adam Beach as Billy Carr. The episode was directed by Sarah Wayne Callies from a script by David Hoselton and Adam Scott Weissman.
“Not the Same” Plot: Dr. Morgan Reznik and Dr. Shaun Murphy’s pregnant patient with twins is having pain and they are forced to grapple with a decision no one wants to make. Meanwhile, Shaun asks Lea to move back in despite her reservations.
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.
Freddie Highmore, Fiona Gubelmann, and Jasmine Ashanti in ‘The Good Doctor’ season 4 episode 4 (ABC/Jeff Weddell)Summer Brown, Bria Samone Henderson, and Jasmine Ashanti in season 4 episode 4 (ABC/Jeff Weddell)A scene from season 4 episode 4 (ABC/Jeff Weddell)Brian Marc, Noah Galvin, and Antonia Thomas in season 4 episode 4 (ABC/Jeff Weddell)Will Yun Lee, Adam Beach and Antonia Thomas in season 4 episode 4 (ABC/Jeff Weddell)Freddie Highmore in the “Not the Same” episode (ABC/Jeff Weddell)
ABC’s Big Sky wastes no time jumping into the action, debuting on November 17, 2020 with one of the most compelling premiere episodes of a primetime broadcast TV drama in recent years. Big Sky rivals the best of what premium cable networks have to offer and should become your new Tuesday night obsession.
The series is based on the novels by C.J. Box and focuses on life in a small Montana town. The first episode sets up the key players and reveals the brutal kidnappings at the heart of season one. Episode one dives headfirst into the belly of the beast, revealing details about the show’s protagonists and villains that immediately draw us in and make viewers feel invested in their stories.
Vikings’ Katheryn Winnick plays Jenny Hoyt, an ex-cop who’s in the middle of a messy domestic situation. Kylie Bunbury (When They See Us) and Ryan Phillippe (Shooter) play Cassie Dewell and Cody Hoyt, respectively, two private detectives charged with finding two missing teenage sisters who never made it to their destination in town. Cody’s also Jenny’s estranged husband and Cassie’s the third side of a complicated romantic triangle.
The cast of season one also includes Natalie Alyn Lind and Jade Pettyjohn as the missing teens; Brian Geraghty as Ronald Pergman, a trucker with mommy issues; Jesse James Keitel as Jerrie, a hooker at the wrong place at the wrong time; and John Carroll Lynch as Sheriff Rick Legarski, a local cop called on to lend a hand finding the girls.
Dark secrets are revealed in the series’ first hour and commenting on more than the briefest plot description would run the risk of revealing a potential spoiler. It is acceptable to disclose that based on the first episode, Big Sky isn’t going to pull any punches and really pushes broadcast TV boundaries.
Katheryn Winnick stars in ‘Big Sky’ season 1 (ABC/Darko Sikman)
Emmy Award winner David E. Kelley (Big Little Lies, The Practice) steers the series as showrunner and writer, and he fashions complex, realistic lives for each of his main characters. Big Sky’s loaded with first-rate actors and Kelley and writer Annakate Chappell have crafted powerful female characters leading the way. Winnick and Bunbury are a terrific combo on screen, portraying Jenny and Cassie as intelligent women whose strength comes from within and who aren’t reliant on any of the series’ assorted male characters.
During a Q&A following a special virtual premiere screening, Winnick noted, “It’s really a show with female empowerment, not only on-screen but off-screen as well.”
The remote small-town setting conjures a feeling of isolation, adding to the intensity of the unfolding events. And when you think you’ve figured out who to follow on this journey, the story takes unexpected twists and turns.
Big Sky’s a stylish thriller featuring an incredible cast. It ventures into dark and disturbing territory, compelling the viewer to come along for the ride. As series star Kylie Bunbury advised, “Come for the thrills, stay for the characters.”
