Mark Harmon, known for his portrayal of Leroy Jethro Gibbs for over two decades, is embarking on a new journey within the NCIS franchise. Departing from the main series in season 19 in 2021, the Emmy-nominated actor is set to take on the role of narrator and executive producer in the upcoming spin-off, NCIS: Origins,
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Welcome to the latest episode of the Scene 2 Seen Podcast! Today, we dive into a discussion about the highly anticipated second season of Prime Video’s “Them: The Scare.” Showrunner Little Marvin and actor-singer Luke James share insights and behind-the-scenes details about the series. “Them: The Scare” will be set in Los Angeles in 1991,
The 2024 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards was a night filled with excitement and celebration as the stars of the entertainment industry gathered to receive recognition for their outstanding performances. Among the big winners of the night were Barbie, which was named Favorite Movie, and Margot Robbie, who took home the award for Favorite Movie Actress.
Mario Gabelli, a long-time shareholder of Paramount and its predecessor companies, has raised concerns about the pending merger between Paramount and Skydance. Specifically, Gabelli is seeking more financial data and clarity on the valuation of National Amusements, Inc., as part of the $8 billion transaction. Gabelli’s push for increased transparency, which he referred to as
As the European Championship and Copa America finals draw near, Fox is celebrating its exceptional success in entertainment programming this summer. With a significant rise in viewership across platforms, Fox has seen a 57% increase from last year, amounting to a total of 18.5B minutes. The majority of this viewing can be attributed to sports,
Disney+ has announced its latest project, the comedy-drama series Shared Custody, which is set to premiere in January 2025. This series, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Javier Fesser, explores the challenges faced by parents when they separate and the impact it has on their children. Shared Custody follows the story of Cris and Diego, a couple
The NBA continues to make strides towards finalizing a set of media rights deals totaling a staggering $76 billion. Major players such as NBCUniversal, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney/ESPN have all recently inked their respective deals, which are set to kick in after the 2024-25 season. Challenges with Turner Sports Despite the progress made with
Carolyn Huynh’s debut novel, “The Fortunes of Jaded Women,” has taken a new turn as it is being adapted into a TV series. Universal International Studios (UIS)-owned Heyday Television, in collaboration with Universal Television, has secured the rights to the book in a highly competitive deal. This partnership, spearheaded by Heyday boss David Heyman and
When Chace Crawford first learned about his character The Deep’s sexual relationship with an octopus named Ambrosius on the fourth season of The Boys, he was taken aback. He admitted that if he had known about this storyline beforehand, he may have had second thoughts about joining the show. The idea of filming intimate scenes
Norman Reedus, famous for his role as Daryl Dixon in The Walking Dead, has hinted at the possibility of continuing to portray his iconic zombie-killing character for an additional six or seven years. As Season 2 of the spin-off series is set to premiere on September 29 on AMC, Reedus expressed his enthusiasm for taking
The latest episode of Love Island USA Season 6 brought a wave of emotions as the Islanders faced a dramatic recoupling after the Casa Amor twist. Kaylor Martin and Serena Page were left reeling after seeing videos of their partners cozying up with bombshells from Casa Amor, causing turmoil in their relationships. Martin had believed
The Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks live special broadcast by NBC and Peacock had a successful viewership of 7.6 million across all platforms. However, despite the success in numbers, the event received a significant amount of complaints from viewers. Many viewers expressed dissatisfaction with the coverage, citing issues such as delays, lack of focus on
Patrick Bertoletti has emerged victorious in this year’s Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, dethroning the 16-time reigning champ Joey Chestnut. The 26-year-old Chicago native devoured an impressive 58 hot dogs in just 10 minutes, claiming the coveted title of the Mustard Belt. This marks a significant shift in the competitive eating world, as Bertoletti
Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) has recently announced its extensive plans for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, set to commence later this month in the French capital. The company has pledged to provide “wall-to-wall” coverage of the event, ensuring that viewers across the globe have access to all the action. Eurosport, the leading sports network under
Jodi Matterson’s decision to leave Made Up Stories, the Australian production house she co-founded with Bruna Papandrea and Steve Hutensky, to start her own venture named Silent Firework is a bold move that shows her determination and passion for storytelling. Her statement about being excited to continue telling bold and entertaining stories with both old
Nigel Farage, the leader of Reform UK, has recently found himself embroiled in controversies surrounding his interactions with national broadcasters. After a bad-tempered weekend on the campaign trail, Farage launched attacks against the BBC and Channel 4 for their coverage of his party. Farage accused the BBC of bias, particularly during the Question Time leaders’
Eric Dane, best known for his role as Dr. Mark Sloan in the popular television series Grey’s Anatomy, recently opened up about his struggles with addiction during his time on the show. Despite being sober for four years prior to joining the cast in 2006, Dane revealed on the Armchair Expert podcast that he spent
Bill Maher’s recent episode of Real Time focused on the Thursday night presidential candidates’ battle, specifically Joe Biden’s performance and the consequences of it. The show started with Maher taking jabs at Trump, suggesting that if Joe Biden had been present, Trump would not have gotten away with his tall tales. This set the tone
After the chaotic Presidential Debate between President Biden and former President Trump, Jon Stewart did not hold back his disappointment on The Daily Show. His animated and live reaction captured the incredulity felt by many viewers. Stewart’s scathing commentary included a suggestion that both candidates should consider using performance enhancing drugs to improve their lucidity
It has been reported that charges may soon be filed in connection with the death of beloved actor Matthew Perry. A joint investigation involving the Los Angeles Police Department, the U.S. Postal Service, and the Drug Enforcement Agency is nearing its conclusion. Sources close to the case have revealed that the focus of the investigation
Noah Wyle, the actor best known for his role as Dr. John Carter in the hit medical drama ER, recently discussed the possibility of reviving the show during an interview with Steve Kmetko on his Still Here Hollywood Podcast. Wyle revealed that there were discussions in 2020 about bringing ER back to the small screen.
The recent news that actor Daniel Ezra will not be returning as a series regular for Season 7 of The CW’s hit show All American has left many fans in shock. After six years of portraying the beloved character Spencer James, Ezra has decided to move on, leaving viewers wondering how the show will continue
The world of television sports broadcasting has long been dominated by live events, but could competitive pillow fighting be the game-changer that shakes things up? This is what Sean Perry and his media company, 2500 Media, are banking on. By securing the television rights to the Pillow Fight Championship, Perry is betting big on the
The rise of social media and platforms like YouTube has led to an increase in copycat versions of popular TV shows such as Big Brother, Survivor, and Total Wipeout. Banijay, a leading formats powerhouse, has expressed concern over these unauthorized replicas, stating that they pose a significant threat to the creative economy. Lucas Green, Banijay’s
Morgan Fairchild recently responded to Sandra Bernhard’s heartfelt apology regarding their past interactions on the set of the popular sitcom Roseanne in the 1990s. The two actresses had a less than amicable relationship during their time working together, but Bernhard took the opportunity to publicly express her regret and extend an olive branch to Fairchild.
Matthew Lewis, famously known for his portrayal as Neville Longbottom in the Harry Potter film series, has expressed his disinterest in reprising his role in any potential reboots or sequels. Despite having appeared in all eight films based on J.K. Rowling’s books, Lewis seems to have other career aspirations in mind. In a recent interview
Bill Maher expressed his frustration on Real Time regarding the lack of a U.S. release for the film “The Apprentice”, which features Sebastian Stan as Donald Trump and Jeremy Strong as Roy Cohn. Despite securing distribution deals in various countries around the world, including Japan, Canada, the U.K., and Germany, the film has yet to
Jon Stewart is scheduled to host live episodes of The Daily Show after the conclusion of both the Republican and Democratic National Conventions. The Comedy Central personality will be going live from Milwaukee on July 18th and from Chicago on August 22nd. This move is part of the show’s Indecision 2024 election coverage, where Stewart
UCP, in collaboration with Side Naegle, Jenna Bush Hager’s Thousand Voices, and Ali Krug’s Dinner Party Productions, is embarking on the development of a series adaptation of Chris Whitaker’s latest novel, “All the Colors of the Dark.” This endeavor brings together a team of talented individuals to bring the story to life on the screen.
Kelsey Grammer is a seasoned veteran in the world of awards ceremonies. His trophy case is filled to the brim with accolades, including an impressive four Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for his iconic role as Dr. Frasier Crane on the hit show “Frasier.” And let’s not forget his Golden
Kenan Thompson, a long-standing member of the Saturday Night Live (SNL) cast, has attributed the continued success of the show to its ability to adapt and diversify. He highlighted the iconic ‘Black Jeopardy’ sketch as a prime example of how SNL has evolved to better represent and connect with different audiences. According to Thompson, SNL
The 77th annual Tony Awards took place in Manhattan, celebrating Broadway excellence in a grand ceremony hosted by Ariana DeBose at the David H. Koch Theater. The event was televised live coast-to-coast on CBS, showcasing some of the biggest names in the industry. The winners of various categories were announced throughout the night, with popular
Jon Stewart’s recent revelations about his experiences with Apple shed light on the challenges faced by content creators working under corporate entities. In a podcast interview, Stewart candidly discussed the discrepancies in objectives between himself and Apple executives. While Stewart aimed to create insightful content, Apple prioritized protecting their brand and sales. This misalignment of